A simple recipe for sweet and creamy Homemade White Hot Chocolate that is ready in minutes! See how easy it is in the video below.
We are in full-on Christmas mode around here. Our kids are really into Christmas, and we are having a blast. We’ve been going on walks to see lights, reading holiday books, decorating cookies, writing letters to Santa, and indulging in way too much hot chocolate. It’s so much fun!
Jake and Juliette have been requesting hot chocolate on a daily basis. And although I’d love to give in to their every request for “something warm to drink … that has MARSHMALLOWS!!!”, I’m trying to limit our hot chocolate consumption to a few times per week. Regular Hot Chocolate, Crock Pot Hot Chocolate, and Nutella Hot Chocolate are always favorites, but this year we have been enjoying white hot chocolate. It is so decadent and delicious.
How to Make White Hot Chocolate
This hot chocolate is a cinch to whip up, which means you can make as much or as little as you need. It’s basically three ingredients and one step.
- Heat milk, white chocolate and vanilla extract in a small saucepan. Whisk frequently, to help the chocolate melt. Once the chocolate has melted and the milk is warm – it is done! Add a pinch of salt, if you’d like to balance the sweetness.
Since there are so few ingredients it is important to use good quality white chocolate. I like Guittard or Ghirardelli white chocolate chips, or a chopped Lindt chocolate bar. You can top this hot chocolate with whipped cream, white chocolate chips, or candy canes. Adults could even add a splash of liqueur (yes, please).
I will warn you that this White Hot Chocolate is rich and decadent. This is an every-once-in-a-while treat that my family loves! The combination of sweet white chocolate with warm creamy milk is like a hug in a mug!
And if you’re looking for a way to put a huge smile on the face of a child, just hand them a mug the size of their head filled with white hot chocolate. Happy Holidays!
WHITE CHOCOLATE RECIPES: White Chocolate Cranberry Bars – White Chocolate Raspberry Trifle – White Chocolate Peppermint Cookies
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Recipe
Homemade White Hot Chocolate
Ingredients
- 4 cups milk
- 1 cup good quality white chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate, I use Guittard or Ghirardelli
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- pinch salt, optional
- Optional garnishes: white chocolate chips, white chocolate shavings, marshmallows, whipped cream, candy canes
Instructions
- Place the milk, white chocolate, vanilla and a pinch of salt (if using) in a medium saucepan. Whisk continuously over medium-low heat, until the chocolate has melted and the mixture is smooth (do not boil). Serve immediately.
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Nutrition
Nutritional Information is an estimate based on third-party calculations and may vary based on products used and serving sizes.
Tried this recipe?Leave a comment and rating below!
Tifani
How would you prepare this in a crockpot? Thanks so much!
Allison
I haven’t tried it that way. I would recommend making the recipe on the stovetop then transferring to a warm crockpot. Just make sure the crockpot doesn’t get too hot.
John Rhoe
Spike this like a big dog and do it right! Try Kahlua and vodka for hot White Russians!!!!
Honey Bee
Good. I sprinkled cinnamon on top and it reminded me a little of Horchata or a Snickerdoodle. The marshmallows are a must!
Shannan
It reminded me a little of horchata too! I loved it. I bought some Rumchata for people who wanted theirs boozy for Thanksgiving.
Crystal
This was so simple to make and it’s delicious. Now I know I can make my own white hot chocolate at home whenever I want.
Allison
I’m glad you enjoyed it. 🙂
Siobhan
I missed Dunkin Donuts White Hot Chocolate (gone 5+ years) – and Starbucks often doesn’t have what they need to make it at my local shop I so decided to just make it from scratch. I can definitely say this is a definite upgrade from both- far superior but a similar flavor so no more missing Dunkin’s and it blows starbucks out of the water. Thank you for posting your recipe. I want to share I make it by the cup in the microwave since I live alone and am not waiting for company to indulge. I just did a cup milk, 1/4 c of chips and 1/4 tsp vanilla a microwave a minute and stir and then 30secs stir, 30sec stir, 30sec stir until it’s melted and hot…and of course lots of whipped cream!
Allison
I’m glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for stopping by. 🙂