Toppings to Give Your Hot Chocolate a Twist

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It is undeniably hot chocolate season right now. Being in the middle of winter gives us plenty of reasons to drink this fabulous treat, a cold-weather classic! Traditionally, hot chocolate is served plain or topped with marshmallows, but why not try putting a twist on it the next time you prepare a cup? Here are some toppings that will allow you to do so.

Crushed Candy Canes

Peppermint and chocolate is always a solid combination, and crushing up bits of candy cane and putting them on top of your hot chocolate is a great way to infuse that mint flavor into your drink.

Sea Salt

Sea salt might sound like a strange topping for hot chocolate, but it works surprisingly well especially if you have dark hot chocolate. The sweetness of the drink combined with the savoriness and saltiness of this addition will make you want to come back for more.

Dark Chocolate Chips

If the chocolate contained within hot chocolate wasn’t enough for you, you can go crazy and top the drink with dark chocolate chips! They will melt and make your hot chocolate even thicker and richer. Yum!