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The Ultimate Creamy White Hot Chocolate (Better Than Starbucks, Made with White Chocolate Chips)

A close-up of a mug filled with creamy white hot chocolate topped high with fresh whipped cream.
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Make the best homemade white hot chocolate that is richer and creamier than any coffee shop version. This recipe uses simple ingredients like white chocolate chips to create a decadent, cozy warm drink perfect for cold weather.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups Whole Milk
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1 cup White Chocolate Chips (good quality recommended)
  • 1/4 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • Pinch of Salt

Instructions

  1. Pour the whole milk and heavy cream into a medium saucepan. Heat over medium heat until the mixture is steaming and small bubbles form around the edges. Do not let it boil.
  2. Reduce the heat to low. Add the white chocolate chips to the warm milk mixture. Let the chips sit for one minute to soften.
  3. Whisk the mixture constantly until the white chocolate chips are completely melted and the drink is smooth and uniform. This creates your creamy white hot chocolate base.
  4. Stir in the vanilla extract and the pinch of salt. Taste and add more sweetness if desired, though the white chocolate usually provides enough sugar.
  5. Pour the rich white chocolate milk into mugs. Top with whipped cream or marshmallows for a truly decadent winter sipping chocolate experience.

Notes

  • For a 3 ingredient white hot chocolate shortcut, skip the heavy cream and vanilla extract, using only milk, white chocolate chips, and a pinch of salt.
  • To achieve a texture closer to a gourmet hot cocoa, use chopped white chocolate bars instead of chips; they melt more smoothly.
  • If you prefer a thinner beverage, reduce the heavy cream by half a cup.
  • Follow us on Pinterest for more cozy warm drinks inspiration!

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