Red Velvet Hot Chocolate Recipe

Copyright 2025 by Lisa Maliga

For Christmas, Valentine’s Day, or any special occasion, this vibrant red velvet hot chocolate is a clear winner for a tasty holiday drink. This kid-friendly caffeine-free version is for those of you who want to enjoy a late night beverage. For an extraordinary holiday season, share this simple yet indulgent recipe with your family and friends. It’s from my latest dessert cookbook QUICK & EASY CHOCOLATE DESSERT RECIPES. Scroll down to watch the video!

Click image to see more!

INGREDIENTS:

• 7 ounces whole milk https://amzn.to/49sMoYE

• 1 ounce heavy whipping cream https://amzn.to/3K6Aqt8

• 3 to 4 Tablespoons white chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate https://amzn.to/3JWi5iE

• Dash of vanilla extract https://amzn.to/482WuNr

• Red and/or burgundy food colors https://amzn.to/4iaLdzh

• Marshmallows https://amzn.to/3XBdl4Z

• Whipped cream 

• Sprinkles https://amzn.to/4iaKYnO

 INSTRUCTIONS:

• Heat milk in a saucepan on medium heat.

• Add white chocolate chips or chopped chocolate.

• Stir well and keep stirring until it just begins to bubble. If using an infrared thermometer, the temperature should be about 150° Fahrenheit / 65°  Celsius.

• Turn off burner and remove from heat. You don’t want to scorch your milk.

• Add the vanilla extract.

• Keep stirring as it thickens.

• Add the food color[s].

• Pour into glass[es] and top with marshmallows, sprinkles, whipped cream, or enjoy as is!

  As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting indie authors!

• 
  Click HERE to read more!

• Red Velvet Hot Chocolate Video

• 
  
  
  
  
  

  
  
  

•