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New Year’s Eve hot chocolate station

Whether you’re hosting a movie night, children’s party or family New Year’s Eve get-together, a hot chocolate station is a fun, interactive way to get everyone chatting and feeling festive. Include plenty of sweet treats for toppings and the option of a liqueur twist for the adults.

SERVES 4-8 PREP 20 mins COOK 10 mins EASY V

1 litre milk
300ml double cream
5 tbsp cocoa, plus a little for dusting
50g light brown soft sugar
150g dark chocolate, finely chopped

For the toppings (to serve)

whipped cream or squirty cream
chocolate shavings or buttons
mini marshmallows
mini choc chip cookies
festive sprinkles
ground cinnamon, for dusting
candy canes

Put the milk, cream, cocoa, sugar and dark chocolate in a large saucepan. Heat gently for 5-10 mins, stirring continuously until the chocolate has

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