Red Velvet Hot Chocolate
A deliciously creamy and silky-smooth hot chocolate that is made with milk chocolate and white chocolate, and is easily put together in the microwave. Coloured red and topped with whipped cream and sprinkles for a truly indulgent Valentine's Day treat!
Servings: 3 drinks
Calories: 562kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups (480ml) whole milk
- 1 cup (240ml) double/heavy cream
- ½ cup (90g) milk chocolate coarsely chopped
- ½ cup (90g) white chocolate coarsely chopped
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Red food colouring
Instructions
- Add the milk and cream to a large microwave-safe bowl or jug, and heat in 1 minute intervals until very hot to the touch (but not bubbling). Set aside.
- Add the chocolates to a separate microwave-safe bowl and heat in 20 second intervals, stirring after each one, until melted and smooth.
- Add the melted chocolate to the hot milk mixture, and whisk until combined. Whisk in the vanilla and enough red food colouring to reach your desired shade.
- Pour into mugs or heat-proof glasses, and top with whipped cream and sprinkles. Serve and enjoy!
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Notes
Hot chocolate can be reheated in the microwave until hot but not boiling.
For leftover hot chocolate, allow to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1drink | Calories: 562kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 38g | Saturated Fat: 24g | Cholesterol: 84mg | Sodium: 131mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 41g