Hot Holiday Drinks!

I'm sitting here in a snow-covered winter wonderland, flipping through some of my mom's old magazines. 

I am inspired to try some of the hot drink recipes I'm finding.  Don't these all sound yummy? 

Harvest Apple Drink

Photo and recipe from Taste of  Home.

1 can (46 ounces) apple juice

1/3 cup packed brown sugar

2 cinnamon sticks

6 whole cloves

In a medium saucepan, bring all ingredients to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Strain and serve warm.  Makes ~4-6 servings.  

* a splash of rum would make a nice adult version of this one! 

White Caramel Hot Chocolate

Photo and recipe from O Magazine. 

1/2 cup grated white chocolate 


1 cup milk (2 percent fat or higher)




1 tablespoon caramel syrup






Whipped cream and caramel sauce, for garnish





In a saucepan, combine the white chocolate, milk, and caramel syrup, and bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Boil 1 minute. Garnish with whipped cream and drizzle with caramel sauce. 

Makes ~1 cup.





*Kahlua would be a nice addition to this drink! 

Egg Nog Hot Chocolate

Photo and recipe from Redbook.

2 1/2 cups milk



12 ounces bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped




4 cups egg nog




1/4 cup Kahlua




Whipped cream & peppermint sticks for garnish

In a medium saucepan, bring milk and chocolate to a simmer and then remove from heat. Let stand for 2 minutes.  Whisk chocolate until melted and smooth. 


Stir in egg nog. Gently heat over load heat.  Stir in vanilla and Kahlua.  

Top with whipped cream and peppermint sticks.  

Makes ~8 cups. 

Any of these would be perfect for sipping while decorating a tree!