Description
Frostbite Blue Christmas Cocoa is a creamy and festive holiday drink that combines the sweetness of white chocolate with a vibrant blue hue. Topped with whipped cream, blue sprinkles, and mini marshmallows, this drink is the perfect way to celebrate the season. Its rich texture and striking color make it a fun treat for both kids and adults during winter gatherings or cozy nights by the fire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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)
Instructions
- Heat the Milk and Cream:
In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk and heavy cream. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally until the mixture is warm but not boiling. Be sure not to let the milk come to a full boil to avoid curdling. - Melt the White Chocolate:
Add the white chocolate chips (or chopped white chocolate) to the saucepan. Stir continuously until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth and creamy. - Enhance the Flavor:
Stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt to enhance the sweetness and depth of flavor. The salt helps bring out the richness of the white chocolate. - Add the Blue Food Coloring:
Add a few drops of blue food coloring to the mixture and stir until the cocoa reaches your desired blue hue. Add more coloring if you prefer a deeper shade of blue. - Serve the Cocoa:
Pour the Frostbite Blue Christmas Cocoa into mugs, filling them to your desired amount. - Top and Garnish:
Top each mug with a generous amount of whipped cream. Add blue sprinkles or edible glitter for a festive touch. If you like, you can also add mini marshmallows, shaved white chocolate, or a few fresh blueberries or a small blue candy cane for extra decoration and flavor. - Enjoy:
Serve immediately in clear glass mugs to showcase the beautiful blue color. Enjoy this creamy, festive drink with friends and family during the holidays!
Notes
- Customization: Feel free to adjust the sweetness by adding more white chocolate chips or a spoonful of sugar if you prefer a sweeter drink.
- Dairy-Free Option: Use almond milk, coconut milk, or oat milk for a dairy-free version, and make sure to use dairy-free white chocolate.
- Make It Minty: Add a few drops of peppermint extract for a minty twist that pairs wonderfully with the sweetness of the white chocolate.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg