Winter Wonderland White Hot Chocolate
This creamy and decadent Winter Wonderland White Hot Chocolate is perfect for cozy winter days. With white chocolate chips, whipped cream, and a sprinkle of candy cane magic, it’s the ultimate festive treat. Perfect for warming up after a chilly day or serving at your holiday gatherings.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 4 servings 1x
- Category: Drinks, Holiday Treats, Hot Beverages
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Holiday
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Hot Chocolate:
- 2 cups milk (any kind you like)
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Whipped cream for topping
- Crushed candy canes (optional)
For the Garnish:
- Extra white chocolate chips
- Marshmallows
Instructions
- Heat the Milk: In a saucepan, warm the milk over medium heat until it’s hot but not boiling.
- Melt the Chocolate: Add the white chocolate chips to the hot milk. Stir until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Whip the Cream: In a separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream until it forms soft peaks.
- Combine: Gently fold the whipped cream into the white chocolate mixture.
- Serve: Pour the hot chocolate into mugs.
- Add Toppings: Top with whipped cream, extra white chocolate chips, marshmallows, and crushed candy canes if you like.
Enjoy your cozy Winter Wonderland White Hot Chocolate! It’s the perfect drink to warm you up on chilly days.
Notes
- You can make this drink even more festive with a drizzle of caramel or chocolate syrup.
- For a richer taste, add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the hot chocolate mix.
- If you prefer a dairy-free version, substitute the milk and cream with almond or oat milk and a dairy-free whipped cream topping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug (approx. 1/4 recipe)
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg