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twoglass mugs filled with white hot chocolate and scattered marshmallows and peppermint to the sides
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5 from 4 votes

White Hot Chocolate

Say hello to the sweetest, creamiest way to warm up this winter!  A delicious mug of Homemade White Hot Chocolate is a tasty treat and perfect for sipping when temperatures drop and the weather outside is frightful!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 470kcal
Author: Amy Nash

Ingredients

  • 4 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup (8 ounces) chopped white chocolate or white chocolate chips
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • Pinch of salt
  • ¼ teaspoon peppermint extract (optional)

Instructions

  • In a medium saucepan, combine the milk, white chocolate, vanilla and salt over medium-low heat.  
  • Heat, whisking frequently, until the chocolate is completely melted, but do not let the mixture come to a boil.  Remove from heat and stir in peppermint extract, if using.
  • Pour into mugs and serve with marshmallows, whipped cream, white chocolate shavings, crushed candy canes or sprinkles.

Notes

Recipe adapted slightly from The Recipe Critic.

Nutrition

Calories: 470kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Cholesterol: 36mg | Sodium: 158mg | Potassium: 491mg | Sugar: 47g | Vitamin A: 415IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 393mg | Iron: 0.2mg