Description
Winter’s sweetest Blue Cocoa brings festive cheer with silky chocolate and cool blue-tinted magic. Mexican vanilla and white chocolate swirl together, creating a holiday drink that whispers comfort and celebration in each delightful sip.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 cups whole milk or preferred milk alternative
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup white chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate
Flavoring and Coloring:
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- A few drops of blue food coloring
- 1 pinch of salt
Toppings and Garnish:
- Whipped cream
- Blue sprinkles or edible glitter
- Mini marshmallows (optional)
- Shaved white chocolate or white chocolate chips (optional)
- Blueberries or blue candy canes (optional for decoration)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, gently warm of milk and of heavy cream over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching and ensure even heating.
- Once the dairy mixture is warm but not boiling, gradually add of white chocolate chips, stirring consistently until the chocolate completely dissolves and creates a silky, smooth liquid.
- Incorporate of pure vanilla extract and a delicate pinch of salt to elevate the cocoa’s depth and complexity of flavor.
- Introduce blue food coloring drop by drop, gently stirring between additions to control the intensity and achieve a soft, wintry blue hue that captures the holiday spirit.
- Carefully transfer the luminous blue cocoa into transparent glass mugs, allowing the enchanting color to radiate through the delicate vessel.
- Crown the cocoa with a generous dollop of fluffy whipped cream, creating a pristine white peak against the blue backdrop.
- Embellish the whipped cream with a sprinkle of blue sugar crystals, miniature marshmallows, or delicate shavings of white chocolate to add texture and visual intrigue.
- For an optional festive flourish, garnish with a few fresh blueberries or balance a petite blue candy cane on the mug’s rim to complete the winter wonderland presentation.
Notes
- Warm milk and cream slowly to prevent scorching, creating a silky smooth base for this holiday cocoa.
- Melt white chocolate chips completely for a rich, creamy texture that transforms the drink into a luxurious treat.
- Use a few drops of blue food coloring to create a magical winter-inspired beverage that delights the eyes and taste buds.
- Elevate the presentation by serving in clear glass mugs to showcase the stunning blue color and festive toppings.
- Customize your cocoa with whipped cream, blue sprinkles, mini marshmallows, or white chocolate shavings for a personalized touch.
- Add an unexpected twist with blueberries or a blue candy cane to make this holiday drink truly memorable and Instagram-worthy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Desserts
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 480 cal
- Sugar: 35 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg