Red Velvet Hot Chocolate Recipe

Red velvet hot chocolate in a clear mug with whipped cream and red sprinkles on top. There is a spoon with whipped cream and sprinkles, a small prep bowl with sprinkles and a red napkin nearby.

Red Velvet Hot Chocolate Recipe

Enjoy the rich perfection of this red velvet hot chocolate. A creamy blend of cocoa and red velvet, topped with a swirl of whipped cream and festive sprinkles, this hot chocolate is truly decadent.

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Prep Time: 2

Cook Time: 3

Total Time: 5

Author: Heather Painchaud

Servings: 1

Ingredients

1 cup milk
1 tbsp white chocolate chips
1 tsp sugar
Red liquid food coloring 2-3 drops
Whipped cream
Red and pink sprinkles

Instructions

In a small pot, heat the milk over medium heat until it starts to steam. Do not let it boil.
Add the white chocolate chips to the saucepan and stir until they are completely melted and incorporated into the milk.
Stir in the sugar until it dissolves completely.
Add 2-3 drops of red food coloring to the saucepan and stir well to evenly distribute the color. Add more drops, if desired, for a deeper red color.
Continue heating the mixture for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it is hot and well combined.
Remove the saucepan from heat and pour the red velvet hot chocolate into mugs.
Top each mug with a dollop of whipped cream.
Sprinkle red and pink sprinkles over the whipped cream for added decoration.
Serve immediately and enjoy the delicious and festive red velvet hot chocolate!

Notes

Use 1%, 2%, or whole milk. You could even substitute some of the milk with heavy cream. The higher the milk fat content, the creamier your final product will be.
Instead of the white chocolate chips, try it with semi-sweet, dark, or milk chocolate chips.
Add a bit of vanilla extract.
Try substituting brown sugar for the white sugar.
If you find that your drink is too sweet, try adding in a pinch of salt.
Start with 2-3 drops of red food coloring and add more if you want a deeper red hue.
Add any of your favorite toppings - mini marshmallows, a dollop of marshmallow creme, chocolate syrup, or even some cream cheese frosting, just like the cake.

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