Home > Beverages > White Hot Chocolate (Stovetop or Crockpot) White Hot Chocolate (Stovetop or Crockpot) December 20, 2023 | No Comments SAVE TO RECIPE BOX Jump to Recipe This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy. Indulge in a cup of White Hot Chocolate–smooth, melted white chocolate with a touch of vanilla–ideal for those cold nights when you’re in the mood for something deliciously creamy! White Hot Chocolate While regular Hot Chocolate and Mexican Hot Chocolate are great, don’t overlook White Hot Chocolate! This recipe stands out for its ridiculously rich and creamy sweetness. It’s a must-try treat, especially when topped with a generous dollop of whipped cream and served with a pirouette cookie for dunking – simply the best! QUICK TIP Add this as a unique addition to your Hot Chocolate Bar! White Hot Chocolate Ingredients Half-and-half: Provides creaminess and richness; milk for a lighter (less rich) alternative. White chocolate chips: Opt for high-quality; a chopped bar is a good substitute. Fine sea salt: Just a pinch to enhance sweetness. Vanilla bean paste or extract: Paste adds depth, but extract works well. QUICK TIP White chocolate is made from cocoa butter. More inexpensive brands sometimes add wax to maintain the texture. Premium brands don’t do this–they use pure cocoa butter. That’s why we encourage you to use a high-quality brand of white chocolate for this recipe. Topping Ideas Whipped cream: Adds luxury; we’re all about homemade, but store-bought is great too. Marshmallows: Mini or dehydrated for a classic touch. Pirouette cookies: Ideal for dunking! Peppermint: Gives a holiday feel, or try cinnamon for a fun flavor twist. How To Make White Hot Chocolate Combine ingredients: In a saucepan or slow cooker, mix the half-and-half, white chocolate chips, salt, and vanilla. Heat gently: On the stovetop, whisk over medium-low heat until smooth; in the slow cooker, cook on LOW for three hours, stirring once. Serve: Pour into mugs, top with desired toppings and enjoy! QUICK TIP If using a slow cooker, stick to the low setting to avoid scorching the chocolate and curdling the mixture. STORAGE Can You Reheat Leftovers? Absolutely! For storage, allow the White Hot Chocolate to cool, and then transfer it to an airtight container. It can be refrigerated for up to five days or frozen for up to three months. To reheat, gently warm it on low heat in a saucepan, microwave, or slow cooker. Be sure not to boil. Stir thoroughly before serving. What To Serve With White Hot Chocolate Savory snacks: Salted pretzel bites, Christmas cheeseball, or a small charcuterie board. Sweet pastries: Croissants, danishes, or sweet breads like banana bread. Cookies or biscotti: Chocolate chip cookies, gingersnap cookies, or almond biscotti. Fresh fruit: Strawberries, raspberries, or blackberries. Dessert bars: Lemon bars or brownies bring extra sweetness. Nuts or trail mix: Mixed nuts or homemade trail mix add a crunchy option. FOLLOW ALONG! Subscribe to my newsletter and follow along on Facebook, Pinterest and Instagram for the latest updates, recipes and content. White Hot Chocolate 5 from 1 vote - Review this recipe Indulge in a cup of White Hot Chocolate – smooth, melted white chocolate with a touch of vanilla-- ideal for those cold nights when you're in the mood for something deliciously creamy! SAVE TO RECIPE BOX Print Recipe White Hot Chocolate 5 from 1 vote - Review this recipe SAVE TO RECIPE BOX Print Recipe Indulge in a cup of White Hot Chocolate – smooth, melted white chocolate with a touch of vanilla-- ideal for those cold nights when you're in the mood for something deliciously creamy! Course beverage, Dessert, treat Cuisine American, Vegetarian Keyword White Hot Chocolate Prep Time 10 minutes minutes Cook Time 3 hours hours Total Time 3 hours hours 10 minutes minutes Servings 8 servings Chelsea Lords Calories 370kcal Author Chelsea Lords Cost $8.12 EquipmentLarge pot or slow cooker Ingredients▢ 4 cups half-and-half (Note 1)▢ 11-12 oz good-quality white chocolate chips▢ 1/16 teaspoon (tiny pinch) fine sea salt▢ 2 tespoons vanilla bean paste (or extract)▢ Optional, Toppings: Whipped cream, mini or dehydrated marshmallows, Pirouette cookies, peppermint sticks or crushed peppermints InstructionsSTOVETOP: Add all ingredients to a medium pot. Whisk the mixture continuously over medium-low heat until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth. Be careful not to let the mixture boil. Once smooth, remove from heat and serve immediately. Add optional toppings like whipped cream, marshmallows, and a pirouette cookie if desired.CROCKPOT: In a 4-quart or larger slow cooker, add all the ingredients, starting with the chocolate chips. Do not include the toppings at this stage. Cook the mixture on LOW (never HIGH) for three hours. Briskly whisk the mixture at least once halfway through the cooking time. After three hours, whisk the mixture until well combined. Serve warm and garnish with your choice of optional toppings, such as whipped cream, marshmallows, and a pirouette cookie. Video Recipe Notes Note 1: Half-and-half: Half and half is made from equal parts whole milk and light cream, and is available in the dairy aisle of grocery stores. Substitute with whole milk for a less rich beverage. Note 2: Slow cooker: If using a slow cooker, stick to the low setting to avoid scorching the chocolate and curdling the mixture. Nutrition FactsServing: 1serving | Calories: 370kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 51mg | Sodium: 127mg | Potassium: 271mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 28g | Vitamin A: 440IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 207mg | Iron: 0.2mg We do our best to provide accurate nutritional analysis for our recipes. Our nutritional data is calculated using a third-party algorithm and may vary, based on individual cooking styles, measurements, and ingredient sizes. Please use this information for comparison purposes and consult a health professional for nutrition guidance as needed. DID YOU MAKE THIS RECIPE? I love hearing from you when you've made one of my recipes! Tag me on Instagram at @ChelseasMessyApron or leave me a comment below.
