Creamy Hot White Chocolate
Indulge in the velvety decadence of Creamy Hot White Chocolate, the perfect cozy treat for chilly days! This luxurious drink combines whole milk, heavy cream, and smooth white chocolate for a rich and creamy base, elevated with a hint of vanilla and a pinch of salt to balance the sweetness. In just 15 minutes, this quick and easy recipe delivers café-worthy comfort right to your kitchen. Serve it piping hot, topped with fluffy whipped cream and white chocolate shavings for an extra touch of elegance. Whether you're warming up by the fire or treating yourself to a sweet indulgence, this creamy white chocolate drink is pure bliss in a mug. Perfect for fans of rich hot chocolate and ideal as a holiday or wintertime treat, this recipe is sure to become your go-to for indulgent sipping!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 1 cup White chocolate chips or finely chopped white chocolate
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 pinch Salt
- optional for topping Whipped cream
- optional for garnish White chocolate shavings or sprinkles
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk and heavy cream over medium heat. Stir occasionally to prevent scalding.
Once the milk mixture is steaming (but not boiling), reduce the heat to low and add the white chocolate chips or finely chopped white chocolate.
Whisk continuously until the white chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
Stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt to enhance the flavor.
Continue to heat on low for another 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, to ensure everything is well combined and creamy.
Carefully pour the hot white chocolate into two mugs.
Top with whipped cream, white chocolate shavings, or sprinkles if desired for an extra indulgent touch.
Serve immediately and enjoy your creamy hot white chocolate!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1716 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 116.0 g | 149% | |
| Saturated Fat | 69.8 g | 349% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 219 mg | 73% | |
| Sodium | 497 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 135.0 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 128.8 g | ||
| Protein | 22.6 g | 45% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 925 mg | 71% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 1067 mg | 23% | |
*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.
