A festive and creamy blue hot cocoa, perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy winter nights.
3 cups whole milk (or your preferred milk)
1 cup heavy cream (for a rich and creamy texture)
1 cup white chocolate chips (or chopped white chocolate)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
A few drops of blue food coloring (to create the blue hue)
Pinch of salt (to enhance sweetness)
Toppings:
Whipped cream
Blue sprinkles or edible glitter
Mini marshmallows (optional)
Shaved white chocolate or white chocolate chips (optional)
Blueberries or blue candy canes (optional for decoration)
Make the Cocoa Base:
In a medium saucepan, heat the milk and heavy cream over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally until warm but not boiling.
Melt the Chocolate:
Add the white chocolate chips and stir continuously until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
Enhance the Flavor:
Stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt to enhance the flavor.
Add Color:
Add a few drops of blue food coloring and stir until the cocoa reaches your desired blue shade.
Garnishing:
Pour and Garnish:
Pour the Frostbite Blue Christmas Cocoa into mugs. Top with a generous amount of whipped cream.
Decorate:
Add blue sprinkles, mini marshmallows, or shaved white chocolate for a festive, frosty look. For an extra holiday touch, garnish with a blueberry or a small blue candy cane.
Serving Tip:
Serve this Frostbite Blue Christmas Cocoa in clear glass mugs to showcase the beautiful blue color. This creamy, festive drink is perfect for a winter gathering and will surely become a holiday favorite for both kids and adults!
– Adjust the sweetness by using more or less white chocolate.
– Customize toppings for a festive look.
– For dietary needs, use dairy-free milk and cream.