When the temperature drops outside, there's nothing like a warm and comforting cup of White Hot Chocolate to help you unwind and relax.
Made with premium white chocolate, whole milk, and a variety of warming spices, this homemade version is perfect for savoring anytime or just snuggled up on the couch.
With its rich and sweet flavor, white hot chocolate can be enjoyed as a morning pick-me-up or a sweet and satisfying dessert. Why not whip up a batch today and treat yourself to a sweet drink, we promise you won't regret it!
How to Make White Hot Chocolate
Note: The full instructions are provided in the recipe card below.
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the milk evaporated milk and spices. Cook over medium heat, frequently stirring, until milk starts to bubble around the walls of the saucepan (scalding) or the temperature registers 180 to 175 F.
Lower heat and cook for 10 minutes, frequently stirring so it doesn't burn. Remove from heat and steep for ten additional minutes.
Heat gently, add chocolate, and whisk briskly for 5 minutes over low heat until hot (do not boil) and the chocolate is completely melted. Add both vanilla and serve with star anise in each cup. Enjoy!
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📖 Recipe
Easy White Hot Chocolate
Ingredients
- 4 cups whole milk
- 1 (12 oz) evaporated milk or 1-½ cups of half-and-half
- 17 ounces Premium classic white chocolate, such as Ghirardelli or Lindt, chopped
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon clear vanilla
- 5 pieces star anises , plus for garnish
- 1 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg , plus more for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the milk evaporated milk and spices. Cook over medium heat, frequently stirring, until milk starts to bubble around the walls of the saucepan (scalding) or the temperature registers 180 to 175 F.
- Lower heat and cook for 10 minutes, frequently stirring so it doesn't burn. Remove from heat and steep for ten additional minutes.
- Heat gently, add chocolate, and whisk briskly for 5 minutes over low heat until hot (do not boil) and the chocolate is completely melted. Add both vanilla and serve with star anise in each cup. Enjoy!
Notes
- To store: Transfer it to an airtight container and place it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To reheat: First, reheat it in the microwave, stirring every 30 seconds until hot. Alternatively, pour it into a small saucepan over low heat, frequently stirring until hot.
- You can use any milk or non-dairy you want. However, full-fat dairy results in richer and creamier white hot chocolate.
- This recipe also works well with chocolate chips or bars.
- Topping ideas: Whipped cream, marshmallows, white chocolate shavings or chocolate chunks, peppermint, toffee bits, cinnamon and sugar blend, pumpkin pie spice, etc.
- Refrigerate the White Hot Chocolate for up to 3 days in an airtight container.Reheat in a saucepan over low heat until thoroughly heated; do not boil. After that, remove it quickly to serve.
All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands you use, measuring methods, and portion sizes per household.
