Description
Creamy, indulgent, and festive—this White Hot Chocolate is a rich, velvety alternative to traditional cocoa. Melted white chocolate blends with milk, cream, vanilla, and a hint of sea salt for the ultimate winter treat. Perfect for cozy mornings, holiday movie nights, or festive gatherings.
Ingredients
2 cups whole milk (or oat milk)
1/2 cup heavy cream (or coconut cream)
1 cup white chocolate chips or chopped bar
1 tsp vanilla bean
Pinch of sea salt
Optional: whipped cream, marshmallows, crushed candy canes, white chocolate shavings
Instructions
1. In a medium saucepan, combine milk and heavy cream over medium-low heat. Do not boil.
2. Add white chocolate chips and stir gently until completely melted.
3. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla bean and a pinch of sea salt.
4. Pour into mugs and top with desired toppings like whipped cream or crushed peppermint.
5. Serve immediately and enjoy while warm.
Notes
Use high-quality white chocolate for best flavor.
Heat gently to avoid curdling.
Try variations like peppermint oil, cinnamon, or lavender syrup.
Keep warm in a slow cooker for entertaining.
Dairy-free? Use oat milk and coconut cream with vegan white chocolate.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: white hot chocolate, winter drinks, holiday beverages