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Creamy Homemade White Hot Chocolate

A silky and sweet treat that feels like a warm hug in a mug.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· July 17, 2026
Creamy Homemade White Hot Chocolate
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Prep
5 minutes
Cook
5 minutes
Total
10 minutes
Serves
2

There is nothing quite like a cup of white hot chocolate when the weather turns chilly outside. It is much creamier than traditional cocoa and has a wonderful vanilla scent that fills the whole kitchen while it warms up on the stove.

My favorite thing about this recipe is how easy it is to customize for your family. If you want it extra decadent, add a tiny drop of peppermint extract or a spoonful of whipped cream right on top.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 4 ounces high quality white chocolate, finely chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • A tiny pinch of salt
  • Whipped cream for serving

Instructions

  1. 1

    Pour the milk and heavy cream into a small saucepan set over medium low heat.

  2. 2

    Add the chopped white chocolate to the pan.

  3. 3

    Stir the mixture constantly with a whisk until the chocolate is completely melted and the drink is smooth.

  4. 4

    Stir in the vanilla extract and the pinch of salt.

  5. 5

    Remove from the heat once it reaches your desired temperature, then pour into mugs and serve with a dollop of whipped cream.

💡 Tips

Make sure to use real white chocolate instead of white baking chips for the smoothest flavor. You can store leftover hot chocolate in the fridge for up to two days and gently reheat it on the stove.

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