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. 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. Just heat some milk, white chocolate and vanilla extract and it’s done. 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).
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!
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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.
Recipe Notes
Flavor variations:
Add a splash of peppermint schnapps for a spiked Peppermint White Hot Chocolate.
Add 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract for Peppermint White Hot Chocolate. Serve with a candy cane for the garnish.
A generous splash of Rumchata adds a slight cinnamon and vanilla flavor.
Recipe adapted from Paula Deen
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White Chocolate Peppermint Cookies
There is just me at home, to enjoy hot chocolate, and White Hot Chocolate is my favorite. So, my question is – can I make a full batch & store it in my fridge? Or, do I need to cut the recipe?
Hi, Kim! I have never stored it in the fridge but I would guess that you could. You could also cut it too, if you’d prefer. Enjoy!
I love white chocolate and the candy cane garnish is the bomb! The little fella in the picture looks pretty happy with it, as well.
Yummy! Sounds super easy and so much fun! Enjoy to memories with your kiddos!
Oh that candy cane garnish just makes it extra special. Love the combo. Your son looks so cute in that photograph.
Yum that look so good. I’ve never made white hot chocolate so can’t wait to try this…
I have never ever came up with the idea to make white hot chocolate. Seriously. I am off to the kitchen to try one!