White Hot Chocolate

Cozy up with a cup of White Hot Chocolate! It’s creamy, smooth, and made with smooth white chocolate and a hint of vanilla—perfect for chilly nights!

Prep Time10

Cook Time3

Total Time3 10

Course: Beverage, Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American, Vegetarian

Keyword: White Hot Chocolate

Servings: servings

Cost: $8.12

Equipment

Large pot or 4-quart slow cooker

Ingredients

4 cups half-and-half see note 1
11 to 12 ounces white chocolate chips
1/16 teaspoon salt
2 tespoons vanilla bean paste or vanilla extract
Toppings as desired see note 2

US - Metric

Instructions

Stovetop: Add all ingredients to a medium pot. Whisk the mixture continuously over medium-low heat until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth. Be careful not to let it boil. Once smooth, remove from heat and serve immediately. Add optional toppings like whipped cream, marshmallows, and a pirouette cookie if desired.
Crockpot: In a 4-quart or larger slow cooker, add all ingredients, starting with the chocolate chips. Do not include the toppings at this stage. Cook the mixture on low (never high) for three hours. Briskly whisk the mixture at least once halfway through. After three hours, whisk the mixture until well combined. Serve warm and garnish with your choice of optional toppings, such as whipped cream, marshmallows, and a pirouette cookie.

Notes

Note 1: Half-and-half is made from equal parts whole milk and light cream and is available in the dairy aisle of grocery stores. Substitute with whole milk for a less rich beverage.

Note 2: Try some of these toppings: Whipped cream, mini or dehydrated marshmallows, Pirouette cookies, peppermint sticks or crushed peppermints

Note 3: If using a slow cooker, stick to the low setting to avoid scorching the chocolate and curdling the mixture.

Storage: Allow the White Hot Chocolate to cool, then transfer it to an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days. It can be frozen for up to three months. To reheat, gently warm it on low heat in a saucepan, microwave, or slow cooker. Be sure not to boil. Stir thoroughly before serving.

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