Description
Frostbite blue christmas cocoa delivers winter magic in a mug, blending festive spirits with cool blue hues. Rich chocolate and peppermint swirl together, inviting you to savor holiday cheer with each delightful sip.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 cups (720 milliliters) whole milk
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy cream
- 1 cup (170 grams) white chocolate chips
Flavoring and Coloring:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 drops blue food coloring
Toppings:
- Whipped cream
- Blue or silver sprinkles
- Mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Gently warm the milk and heavy cream in a medium saucepan, maintaining a low temperature to prevent scorching and preserve the smooth texture of the base liquid.
- Gradually whisk the cocoa powder and sugar into the heated mixture, ensuring complete dissolution and creating a rich, velvety chocolate foundation.
- Incorporate the white chocolate chips, stirring continuously until they melt completely and blend seamlessly into the cocoa mixture, developing a luxurious depth of flavor.
- Add the blue food coloring, stirring carefully to achieve a uniform frostbite-inspired azure hue throughout the beverage.
- Sprinkle the peppermint extract into the cocoa, allowing the cool mint essence to infuse the drink with a refreshing winter-inspired undertone.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and let the cocoa rest for a moment to allow the flavors to meld and intensify.
- Pour the vibrant blue cocoa into festive mugs, creating a visually stunning winter beverage.
- Garnish with whipped cream and a light dusting of crushed peppermint candy for a decorative and flavorful finishing touch.
- Serve immediately while the cocoa is warm and the flavors are at their peak, inviting a delightful sensory experience.
Notes
- Prevent scorching by using low to medium heat and stirring frequently to distribute warmth evenly.
- Create a silky smooth texture by whisking the milk mixture gently to avoid forming skin on top.
- Swap dairy milk with plant-based alternatives like almond or oat milk for a lactose-free version that maintains rich, creamy consistency.
- Enhance holiday spirit by garnishing with festive blue-tinted marshmallows or white chocolate shavings to match the cocoa’s vibrant color theme.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Desserts
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 345
- Sugar: 27 g
- Sodium: 75 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg