Grinch Hot Chocolate
A playful twist on traditional hot cocoa that captures the holiday spirit with its vibrant green color and festive toppings.
Ingredients
For the base
- 3 cups whole milk Provides a creamy base for your hot chocolate.
- 1 cup heavy cream Ensures the hot chocolate is luxuriously thick.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds a rich flavor.
- 8 ounces white chocolate, chopped Gives the drink its signature creamy character.
- 1 drop green food coloring Creates the signature Grinch vibe.
For the toppings
- 1 cup mini marshmallows Adds a fluffy topping.
- 1 tablespoon red heart sprinkles Provides festive bursts of color.
- 1 tablespoon red and green sprinkles Complements the overall theme.
- 1 cup red heart candies or gummies Adds the perfect sweet finish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and chopped white chocolate.
- Place the saucepan over medium-low heat and stir occasionally until the white chocolate melts and the mixture reaches a simmer, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Once melted and smooth, add a drop or two of green food coloring and stir until well combined.
Serving
- Pour the Grinch Hot Chocolate into mugs, filling each three-quarters full.
- Top each mug with mini marshmallows, red and green sprinkles, and red heart candies or gummies.
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Notes
For a dairy-free version, substitute whole milk with almond or oat milk and use dairy-free white chocolate. You can also experiment with flavors by adding peppermint extract or using a mix of chocolate types.