Description
Celebrate the holiday season with this Frostbite Blue Christmas Cocoa, a creamy and festive white hot chocolate infused with a hint of vanilla and a magical blue color. Perfect for cozying up during winter evenings, this delightful cocoa is topped with whipped cream and optional white chocolate shavings or festive sprinkles to add an extra sparkle to your holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
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Liquid Ingredients
- 4 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Sweeteners and Flavorings
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar (optional)
- A few drops of blue food coloring
Toppings (Optional)
- Whipped cream
- White chocolate shavings, sprinkles, or edible glitter
Instructions
- Heat the Milk and Cream: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine 4 cups of whole milk and 1 cup of heavy cream. Warm the mixture gently until it is hot but not boiling, stirring occasionally to prevent scalding.
- Add White Chocolate and Sugar: Lower the heat to medium-low and add 1/2 cup of white chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate. Stir continuously until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth. If desired, stir in 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar to enhance sweetness.
- Incorporate Vanilla and Color: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Add a few drops of blue food coloring gradually until you achieve your preferred festive blue shade.
- Serve and Garnish: Pour the blue cocoa into mugs. Top each with a generous helping of whipped cream and garnish with white chocolate shavings, sprinkles, or edible glitter for a sparkling holiday presentation.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of sugar based on your sweetness preference or omit if the white chocolate is sweet enough.
- Use a whisk to help blend ingredients smoothly and prevent lumps.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute whole milk and heavy cream with coconut milk or almond milk alternatives.
- The blue food coloring is key to achieving the Frostbite look but can be adjusted for intensity.
- Serve immediately for the best taste and texture, as cocoa may thicken upon standing.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
