Ingredients

• 8 ounces whipping cream
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 32 ounces hot cocoa
• 4 ounces peppermint schnapps
• cocktail cherries

Directions

1. Beat whipping cream, while adding sugar slowly, until it forms peaks.
2. Set aside.
3. Prepare hot chocolate according to directions.
4. Add peppermint schnapps and stir.
5. Pour into individual glasses or mugs and top with whipped cream and a cherry.
6. Other ideas: serve with a peppermint stick; sprinkle whipping cream with cocoa or candied sprinkles; decorate whipping cream with a few gold sprinkles for a festive look.