Description
Magical winter white hot chocolate brings comfort and warmth to chilly evenings, blending creamy richness with delicate spices. Luxurious marshmallows and a sprinkle of cinnamon invite you to savor this cozy seasonal embrace.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups (473 ml) milk
- 1 cup (170 g) white chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) heavy cream
Topping Ingredients:
- Whipped cream
- Extra white chocolate chips
- Marshmallows
Optional Garnish:
- Crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Pour cold milk into a medium saucepan, positioning it over medium-low heat to ensure gentle warming without scorching.
- Gradually introduce white chocolate chips into the warming milk, stirring consistently with a wooden spoon to promote even melting and prevent ingredient separation.
- Continue stirring the mixture until white chocolate completely dissolves, creating a silky, uniform liquid with a creamy appearance and no visible chocolate fragments.
- Transfer heavy cream into a chilled mixing bowl, using vigorous circular motions with a whisk to transform the liquid into soft, billowy peaks that hold their shape momentarily.
- Carefully incorporate the whipped cream into the white chocolate base, using delicate folding techniques to maintain the cream’s airy texture and prevent deflation.
- Select elegant mugs or heat-resistant glasses as serving vessels, gently pouring the luxurious white hot chocolate with smooth, controlled movements.
- Embellish each mug with optional garnishes like dollops of additional whipped cream, scattered white chocolate chips, fluffy marshmallows, and festive crushed candy canes for visual appeal and complementary textures.
Notes
- Adjust the milk’s temperature carefully to prevent scorching, which can ruin the delicate white chocolate flavor.
- Use high-quality white chocolate chips for a richer, creamier texture that melts smoothly and creates a luxurious drink.
- Experiment with dairy-free alternatives like almond or oat milk for a plant-based version that’s equally indulgent and creamy.
- Customize the sweetness by adding a touch of vanilla extract or a sprinkle of cinnamon to elevate the winter beverage’s complexity.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Heating
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 487
- Sugar: 34 g
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 82 mg