candy cane stir sticks

If you are having a winter wedding, try jazzing up your hot cocoa bar with this easy recipe. You can taste a hint of peppermint with every sip.

Ingredients

  • 12 peppermint candy canes, unwrapped
  • 1 cup premium chocolate chips (milk or semi-sweet)
  • 5 tablespoons heavy cream
  • vanilla candy wafers (optional)

In a small double boiler over medium heat, melt the chocolate chips with the cream, stirring frequently until the chocolate is completely melted with no lumps.

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Hold each candy cane over the pan and spoon a layer of chocolate over the bottom half of the candy cane. Give the candy cane a gentle shake to remove any excess chocolate. Lay candy canes on a wax lined cookie sheet and place in fridge to harden.

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Enjoy with your favorite hot beverage!

candy cane stir sticks