Get Creative with Unique Hot Chocolate Recipes
Winter’s here, which means more and more cold days and nights that demand a bit of extra comfort. And one piece of the winter coziness is none other than the classic cup of hot chocolate!
Hot chocolate is the perfect drink for the wintertime, as it not only warms you up, but you can also enjoy it with the entire family, no matter their age. It’s the favorite drink of many, but do you know why?
Because it’s very versatile. Ask anyone about their favorite hot chocolate recipes, and you’ll likely be met with a variety of options, from the simple dark chocolate ones to the intricate spice-infused chocolates.
At The Original Pancake House, we love ourselves some unique hot chocolate, so we’ve gathered a few creative hot chocolate recipes you can try out right now.
Creative Hot Chocolate Recipes to Keep You Warm
It’s easy to experiment with this drink and create your own fun hot chocolate recipes, but if you need a bit of help, here are our 5 top fun hot chocolate ideas to get you started:
This recipe is all about combining the homemade chocolate mix with delicious marshmallows. But, the secret here lies in the additional malted milk powder that gives the beverage a nice, nutty flavor and natural sweetness.
A truly creative hot chocolate beverage, this recipe packs two surprising ingredients compared to classic hot chocolate: maple syrup, and instant coffee. Combined with the cocoa, vanilla, and dark chocolate, you’ll get the perfect balance of sweet and bitter!
Peanut butter and chocolate are a winning combination in any dessert, and this recipe puts it into a warm cup of goodness. You’ll need a blender to make this one, and ensure the beverage turns out smooth and creamy!
Dark and milk chocolates are the go-to, but let’s not get stuck on these two options. This creative white hot chocolate recipe with a citric twist proves white chocolate can hold its own in the competition.
Even pre-packaged hot chocolate mixes can have powdered milk, which can be a problem for those who prefer not to eat dairy. But, give this dairy-free recipe a shot, which replaces regular milk with almond milk, and adds a fruity topping.
You can play with the recipe and opt for other types of milk, like oats or coconut to see which is the winning combination for you.
Try the Original Pancake House Recipes
Hot chocolate is everywhere this time of year, from cafes to restaurants or hotels, and the Original Pancake House is no exception!
Stop by our Cherry Hills or DTC location on the weekends or on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day from 6:30 AM – 2:00 PM. Warm up with our signature hot chocolate and enjoy some delicious breakfast while you’re at it!
Save a spot in line by joining our Yelp Waitlist or order online for pickup.
Christmas Breakfast Buffet Ideas
Christmas is just a few days away, so now is a great time to start thinking about what you want to include in your Christmas morning breakfast buffet.
We are here to help you kick off the best time of year with an amazing Christmas breakfast buffet that’s bound to make you and your friends and family very happy. Here at Original Pancake House, we’re very passionate about creativity in food, especially when it comes to breakfast, so we’ve gathered three great Christmas breakfast buffet ideas just for you!
Smoky Tater Hash
Start with this simple recipe that’s perfect for Christmas morning, especially if your go-to for breakfast food is something savory. All you need is around half an hour to make four servings of this diner-style breakfast meal.
To make it, you’ll need some frozen potato puffs, mushrooms, red peppers, onions, and the condiments you like, maybe even some herbs for an extra kick. To complete the dish, place a fried egg on top, and enjoy.
Strawberry Cheesecake Pancakes
If you’re more of a sweet-breakfast type of person, then you can’t go wrong with pancakes for your Christmas breakfast buffet! But this pancake recipe actually goes the extra mile and adds a delicious strawberry topping that’s sweet, yet fresh.
Prep time here only takes a couple of minutes, and you’ll need an additional half an hour to make the pancakes (or more, depending on how many people stop by for brunch.) We love pancakes because it feels like the perfect breakfast meal to cook with loved ones around you, and it’s always a hit with the kids.
Blueberry Sweet Rolls With Lemon
This recipe is a bit more technically challenging than the other two, but the results are very worth it. Starting the day with some sweet rolls is ideal for any day of the year, but this 4-ingredient stuffing recipe seems like it was created for Christmas morning.
Because of the blueberries, these rolls have more of a fruit-tart taste, and the sweetness of the cinnamon and sugar is nicely balanced by the lemon. You’ll need a bit more than an hour to make this one, and some more attention for making the dough, but once you get the technique down this is surely the recipe everyone in your group will want to get their hands on.
Enjoy your morning by trying these creative Christmas breakfast buffet ideas, and make some nice memories with your loved ones. It’s really the perfect day to try something new and set family traditions for years to come.
Although the Original Pancake House is closed on Christmas Day, we’ll be open for Christmas Eve and New Years’ Day from 6:30 AM – 2:00 PM. Join us for take-out or heated patio seating at our DTC or Cherry Hills location.
Happy Holidays, and Happy Cooking!
Special Holiday Hours 2020
For the upcoming holidays, we’re excited to announce that we will be open an additional 2 days! On Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day, breakfast will be available from 6:30 AM – 2:00 PM. Order online for take-out or join us for outdoor heated patio seating.
We understand that many of our customers enjoy dining out which is why we have opened an additional 2 days. Take a break from cooking and enjoy a delicious breakfast meal from the Original Pancake House.
From the staff at OPH, we wish all of our customers a warm, white Christmas and a much brighter new year. We appreciate all the love and support we’ve received throughout the year and look forward to serving you in 2021.