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If you’re like me and have a the-darker-the-better mindset when it comes to chocolate, you’re probably wondering why on earth I used white chocolate to make this drink. I’m with you, trust me, I am.
Although I don’t enjoy white chocolate on its own (it’s just so sweet!), somehow in this drink it really works. Make it and you’ll see what I mean.
If you prefer a darker version of this drink, check out my recipe for regular hot chocolate, or for a lighter version, I definitely recommend my skinny caramel hot cocoa.
Or if chocolate mousse or velvety smooth dark chocolate custard is more your thing for V-day, I’ve got you covered there too.
- 1 cup whole or reduced-fat milk (or half and half, if you want to be really indulgent)
- 2 oz good-quality white chocolate
- 1 pinch sea salt
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Lots of hipped cream, for topping
- Dark chocolate shavings, for garnish
- Combine the milk, white chocolate, and salt in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
- Bring up to a simmer, and continue simmering gently 2 minutes, whisking frequently (turn the heat down as necessary to keep it at a simmer).
- Turn the heat off and stir in the vanilla.
- Serve hot, garnished with whipped cream and dark chocolate shavings.
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This looks wonderful, a gorgeous treat for valentines :)
this trumps dark hot chocolate and every other form of the brown stuff, as far as i’m concerned. delightful, faith!
Mike is a lucky guy getting all of these delicious Valentine’s Day treats! :D And twinsies with white chocolate posts today!
Faith, this might be one of the few instances where I would enjoy white chocolate. Like you, I find it way too sweet. Beautiful styling on this beverage.
This looks absolutely delightful Faith! I love hot chocolate in any form. You’re version looks like heaven in a cup.
My husband would love this as he is a huge fan of white chocolate.
I believe you, I’m not a huge fan of white chocolate, but I can totally imagine how delicious this is. It helps that you gave us such gorgeous photos to heighten the imaginary experience!
I love white chocolate so this looks like such a decadent treat! Would definitely cheer me up too :)
I am really loving your whole Valentine’s Day menu! This hot chocolate sounds great, and I can’t wait to see the red velvet macaroons!
Delicious! I hope you had a good vacation!
Aww, thanks, Duckie! I really did have a great vacation! :)
This looks divine! I can’t wait to make it.
when it comes to chocolate chocolate, I prefer dark, hands down. But I do love white chocolate. L.O.V.E.
This sounds like the perfect way to cap off a beautiful V-Day dinner!
Perfect to sip before a roaring fire.
I am like you Faith! I simply adore dark chocolate! White is not in my preferences really. My husband is totally the opposite. So, I believe this drink will be perfect for him! Have a great week!
I’m a loyal dark chocolate girl too, Faith, but this drink looks so creamy and elegant that I’d happily slurp it down. :-)
thats truly heavenly…… gorgeous one, Faith :)
Kalyani
Event : Valentine Fest – Served with Love
I want to slurp that right off of my computer screen. :)
Gorgeous photos Faith! I’ve never had hot white chocolate before but I’m sure willing to try it!
Dear Faith, what a beautiful array of Valentine’s Day recipes! I do agree with you that a home cooked meal is better in every aspect than a meal out, no matter what the occasion may be! This white chocolate dessert looks beautiful and sounds heavenly! I hope you and your loved one have a wonderful Valentines! Blessings dear one, your friend, Catherine xo
Looks delicious this white chocolate drink…and the pictures are awesome!
Hope you have a great week ahead Faith :)
I think white chocolate is the perfect chocolate for drinks because it’s so sweet! I made the skinny cocoa…delicious!
Nicole, So glad you liked the skinny hot cocoa — it’s one of my favs! :)
Oh, how I want this! I think the white chocolate is so elegant, great choice for Valentine’s Day!
I’m not a huge fan of white chocolate (for the same reason—too sweet), but I’ll trust you on this one–it sure does look good!
This looks amazing. Now I just need to be in front of a warm fireplace under a cozy blanket!
Mmm, great photo! It looks so amazingly rich, thick, and creamy.
The timing of this was insane – I’ve never been a big white chocolate fan, but yesterday I bought some to use in a recipe for the superbowl and ended up eating about half the bag of chips. White chocolate is my new obsession…and a melty, drinkable version? Too amazing.
I don’t like white chocolate at all, Faith. But oh my! Your photo. Perfect. Very tempting.
Barbara, Same with me, I don’t like white chocolate at all…except in this drink, which is amazing.
mmmmm. I am not a huge white chocolate fan either, but it totally works and is amazing in some places…like this drink!
Like you, I love dark chocolate to eat too, but white is my favorite!! This sounds lovely :)
Lovely clicks and drink!
Cheers,
Rosa
I don’t think I’ve ever had white hot chocolate, but yours looks lovely and delicious. Very nice way to top off a special meal.
This looks AMAZING :)