Description
A vibrant and playful twist on traditional hot chocolate, Grinch Hot Chocolate combines creamy milk, rich cocoa, and playful green food coloring to create a festive drink that delights both children and adults.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups milk (Any type of milk can be used.)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (Can substitute with coconut cream.)
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder (Ensure it’s sweetened cocoa for best flavor.)
- 1/2 cup sugar (Can be replaced with stevia or agave syrup.)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (Essential for a rounded flavor.)
- green food coloring (Add to desired shade.)
- whipped cream (For topping.)
- red sprinkles (For garnish.)
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients, ensuring they are measured for a smooth cooking process.
- In a saucepan, combine the milk and heavy cream over medium heat. Stir gently until warmed.
- Once the milk mixture is hot, whisk in the cocoa powder and sugar until dissolved.
- Stir in the vanilla extract to elevate the flavor.
- Add green food coloring drop by drop until you reach the desired shade.
- Continue heating the mixture, stirring occasionally, until hot but not boiling.
- Pour the Grinch Hot Chocolate into mugs, leaving room for toppings.
- Top generously with whipped cream.
- Garnish with red sprinkles.
- Gather with friends or family and enjoy each sip.
Notes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
Keywords: Grinch Hot Chocolate, festive drinks, holiday beverages