Description
Frosty Mornings White Christmas Cocoa is a creamy and festive holiday beverage made with rich white chocolate melted into warm milk and cream, infused with vanilla and nutmeg for a cozy winter treat. Topped with whipped cream and optional white chocolate shavings or crushed peppermint, this drink brings a delicious twist to your holiday season.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 4 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
Flavorings and Sweeteners
- 1 cup white chocolate chips (or chopped white chocolate)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Pinch of salt
Toppings and Garnishes
- Whipped cream (for topping)
- White chocolate shavings or crushed peppermint (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Heat the milk and cream: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the whole milk and heavy cream. Warm the mixture gently, stirring occasionally, until it is hot but not boiling.
- Melt the white chocolate: Add the white chocolate chips to the warm milk mixture. Stir constantly to ensure the chocolate melts completely and creates a smooth, creamy blend.
- Add flavorings: Stir in the vanilla extract, ground nutmeg, and a pinch of salt to enhance the flavor. Reduce the heat to low and let the cocoa simmer gently for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking or burning.
- Serve and garnish: Remove the saucepan from heat and carefully ladle the white Christmas cocoa into mugs. Top each serving with a generous amount of whipped cream. Garnish with white chocolate shavings or crushed peppermint for a festive touch, if desired. Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
- For a festive twist, add a splash of peppermint or almond extract to the milk mixture before heating.
- You can spike the cocoa with a shot of white chocolate liqueur for an adult version.
- The cocoa can be made dairy-free by substituting with plant-based milk and cream alternatives.
- For a richer flavor, use high-quality white chocolate with a high cocoa butter content.
