Description

This decadent Strawberry Hot Chocolate combines creamy whole milk and heavy cream with melted white chocolate and sweet strawberry syrup for a unique twist on traditional hot cocoa. Topped with whipped cream, fresh strawberries, white chocolate shavings, and festive sprinkles, it’s the perfect comforting treat for chilly days or special occasions.

Ingredients

Scale

Liquid Ingredients

2 cups (488 g) whole milk
½ cup (119 g) heavy whipping cream
⅓ cup (103 g) strawberry syrup (store-bought or homemade)
½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Chocolate

½ cup (85 g) white chocolate chips

Garnishes

Whipped cream
Fresh strawberries, halved or diced
White chocolate shavings
Pink or red sprinkles

Instructions

Heat Milk and Cream: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the whole milk and heavy whipping cream. Warm the mixture until it is steaming but not boiling, which should take about 5 minutes.
Melt White Chocolate: Add the white chocolate chips to the hot milk mixture. Whisk constantly until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Add Strawberry Syrup and Vanilla: Stir in the strawberry syrup and vanilla extract. Continue whisking until all ingredients are well combined and the hot chocolate has a uniform pink color.
Serve and Garnish: Pour the strawberry hot chocolate evenly into mugs. Top each serving with a generous amount of whipped cream, fresh strawberries, white chocolate shavings, and sprinkle with pink or red sprinkles for a festive finish.

Notes

To make your own strawberry syrup, simmer fresh strawberries with sugar and water until thickened, then strain.
Use high-quality white chocolate for a richer flavor and smoother texture.
Be careful not to boil the milk mixture to avoid curdling.
For a vegan version, substitute dairy with plant-based milk and cream alternatives and use vegan white chocolate.
The recipe can be doubled or halved easily for different serving sizes.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Beverage
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Keywords: strawberry hot chocolate, white chocolate hot cocoa, creamy strawberry drink, winter beverage, festive hot chocolate