Description
This White Hot Chocolate recipe is a creamy and indulgent treat made with rich white chocolate and milk, perfect for cozying up on a chilly day. Enhanced with pure vanilla extract for an extra layer of flavor, it’s simple to prepare and can be customized with optional toppings like whipped cream, mini marshmallows, crushed candy canes, or sprinkles for a festive touch.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 8 ounces quality white chocolate, coarsely chopped
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Optional Garnishes
- Whipped cream
- Mini marshmallows
- Crushed candy canes
- Sprinkles
Instructions
- Combine ingredients: In a medium saucepan, add 4 cups of milk, 8 ounces of coarsely chopped white chocolate, and 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract.
- Heat mixture: Place the saucepan over medium-low heat and whisk continuously until the mixture is smooth and the white chocolate has fully melted. Be careful not to let the mixture boil to prevent scorching.
- Serve immediately: Pour the hot white chocolate into mugs and top with your choice of optional garnishes such as whipped cream, mini marshmallows, crushed candy canes, or sprinkles for extra flavor and festive presentation.
Notes
- Storage: Allow leftover white hot chocolate to cool to room temperature. Pour it into a liquid container with an airtight lid and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freezing: After cooling, pour the leftover white hot chocolate into an ice cube tray and freeze until solid (2-6 hours). Transfer the frozen cubes to a freezer bag and store for up to 3 months. To use, reheat cubes on the stovetop over medium-low heat directly from frozen.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
