Description

Indulge in a cozy cup of Red Velvet Hot Chocolate, a decadent twist on the classic hot cocoa. This creamy beverage combines rich cocoa, smooth white chocolate, and the distinctive flavor of red velvet cake, all topped with fluffy whipped cream and optional festive garnishes. Perfect for chilly evenings or as a festive treat, this recipe is quick and easy to prepare using simple ingredients.

Ingredients

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Liquid Base

2 cups milk (or dairy-free milk of choice)

Flavorings and Sweeteners

2 tbsp cocoa powder
2 tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)
1 tsp vanilla extract

Red Velvet Components

1 tbsp red velvet cake mix (or 1 tsp red food coloring and 1 tsp cake batter extract)
¼ cup white chocolate chips

Toppings (Optional)

Whipped cream, for topping
Red velvet cake crumbs, for garnish
Chocolate shavings or sprinkles, for garnish

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Instructions

Heat the Milk: In a saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until it’s warm but not boiling, ensuring it’s hot enough to dissolve the ingredients but without scalding.
Add the Cocoa and Sugar: Stir in the cocoa powder and sugar, whisking continuously until fully dissolved and the mixture is smooth and uniform.
Add the Red Velvet Flavor: Incorporate the red velvet cake mix or alternatively, add red food coloring and cake batter extract, stirring well so the color and flavor are evenly blended throughout the milk mixture.
Melt the White Chocolate: Add the white chocolate chips to the warm mixture and stir until they are completely melted, creating a rich and creamy texture that enhances the hot chocolate.
Add Vanilla Extract: Stir in the vanilla extract for added depth of flavor and taste the mixture to adjust sweetness if needed by adding more sugar.
Serve: Carefully pour the red velvet hot chocolate into a mug, preparing it for garnishing and serving.
Garnish (Optional): Top with a generous dollop of whipped cream and sprinkle with red velvet cake crumbs, chocolate shavings, or festive sprinkles to add a decorative and flavorful finish.

Notes

Use any milk you prefer, such as almond, oat, or soy milk, for a dairy-free version.
If you don’t have red velvet cake mix, substitute with red food coloring and cake batter extract as specified.
Adjust the sugar to your preferred sweetness level.
Serve immediately for best taste and texture.
Can be easily doubled to serve more people.