Description
This White Hot Chocolate recipe offers a rich and creamy twist on the classic hot cocoa, featuring melted white chocolate, whole milk, and heavy cream, perfectly combined for a decadent and cozy beverage ideal for chilly days or holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup white chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Whipped cream for topping (optional)
- White chocolate shavings for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the milk and cream: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the whole milk and heavy cream. Heat the mixture until it is steaming and hot but not boiling, ensuring a gentle temperature to avoid scorching.
- Melt the white chocolate: Add the white chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate to the warm milk and cream mixture. Stir constantly until all the chocolate has melted completely and the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Add vanilla extract: Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract to infuse the drink with aromatic flavor.
- Serve: Pour the white hot chocolate into mugs. Top with whipped cream and white chocolate shavings if desired for an extra indulgent presentation. Serve warm immediately to enjoy the cozy, creamy beverage.
Notes
- Use high-quality white chocolate for the creamiest and richest flavor.
- You can substitute whole milk with your preferred dairy or non-dairy milk, though texture may vary slightly.
- Be careful not to let the milk mixture boil to prevent burning and separation.
- For a thicker drink, increase the amount of white chocolate slightly.
