Description
A cozy and indulgent drink combining white chocolate and fresh orange juice for a delightful twist on traditional hot cocoa.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Whipped cream (for topping)
- Orange zest (for garnish)
- Pinch of salt (optional)
- Cinnamon stick or ground cinnamon (optional)
- Toasted almond slivers or crushed pistachios (optional)
- Mini marshmallows (optional)
- Heavy cream for richness (optional)
- Cocoa powder or ground ginger (optional)
Instructions
- Pour the milk into a small saucepan and heat it over medium-low heat until steaming.
- Add the white chocolate chips and stir constantly until melted and smooth.
- Whisk in the orange juice and vanilla extract, adjusting the sweetness and orange flavor to your liking.
- If desired, froth the cocoa by blending briefly or using a milk frother to incorporate air.
- Serve in mugs topped with whipped cream and orange zest.
Notes
This recipe is forgiving and can be easily customized with various milk alternatives and garnishes. Great for cozy nights or gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: hot cocoa, white chocolate, orange, cozy drinks, winter beverage, homemade hot chocolate, comforting drink