Gingerbread Man Drink

Cozy up this holiday season with the delightful Gingerbread Man Drink, a warm, spiced beverage that tastes just like your favorite holiday cookie in liquid form! This creamy concoction blends milk and heavy cream with the rich flavors of molasses, brown sugar, and classic gingerbread spices like cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves. The drink is gently simmered to perfection, then finished with a splash of vanilla extract for a comforting, aromatic touch. Serve it topped with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of gingerbread cookie crumbs for added indulgence. Perfect for chilly evenings or festive gatherings, this drink is a must-try for lovers of all things gingerbread! Whether you're looking for a cozy treat or a fun holiday drink to share, the Gingerbread Man Drink is sure to warm your spirits.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 cups milk
• 0.5 cups heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons molasses
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoons ground cloves
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0 for topping (optional) whipped cream
• 0 for garnish (optional) gingerbread cookie crumbs

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the milk, heavy cream, molasses, and brown sugar. Stir well to combine.

Step 2

Place the saucepan over medium heat and warm the mixture, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved completely and the liquid is steaming (but not boiling).

Step 3

Reduce the heat to low and add the ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground nutmeg, and ground cloves. Whisk well to ensure the spices are evenly distributed.

Step 4

Simmer the mixture gently for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pan.

Step 5

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 6

Pour the drink into two mugs, dividing evenly.

Step 7

If desired, top with whipped cream and sprinkle with gingerbread cookie crumbs for a festive garnish.

Step 8

Serve warm and enjoy your cozy Gingerbread Man Drink!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	710.7 grams (710.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1004

Total Fat 56.60g	73%
Saturated Fat 32.20g	161%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.40g
Cholesterol 169mg	56%
Sodium 334mg	15%
Total Carbohydrate 95.90g	35%
Dietary Fiber 2.90g	10%
Total Sugars 82.30g
Protein 17.60g	35%

Vitamin D 218IU	1089%
Calcium 753mg	58%
Iron 3mg	16%
Potassium 1438mg	31%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.9%

Protein: 7.3%

Carbs: 39.8%