Description
Experience the rich flavors of Red Velvet Hot Chocolate, a luxurious drink perfect for cozy evenings.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups milk (or use almond/oat milk for dairy-free)
- 1 cup white chocolate chips (dairy-free options available)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (adjust to taste or use sugar substitutes)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2–3 drops red food coloring (or use beet powder/raspberry juice for natural coloring)
- 1 cup whipped cream (dairy-free whip optional)
- sprinkles (optional festive toppings)
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, gently heat the milk over medium heat until steaming. Avoid boiling.
- Add the white chocolate chips and stir until completely melted, creating a smooth base.
- Stir in the granulated sugar and vanilla extract until fully dissolved.
- Mix in the red food coloring, stirring until evenly distributed. Adjust for desired color.
- Heat the mixture for an additional 2-3 minutes, without boiling.
- Pour the hot chocolate into mugs, top with whipped cream, and sprinkle with festive toppings.
Notes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 58 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
Keywords: Red Velvet Hot Chocolate