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Red Velvet Hot Chocolate Recipe

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Indulge in the cozy charm of Red Velvet Hot Chocolate, a rich and velvety twist on the classic hot chocolate. This delightful drink combines creamy milk, dark chocolate, cocoa powder, and a splash of vibrant red food coloring for that iconic red velvet look. Topped with luscious cream cheese whipped cream, this comforting beverage is perfect for warming up on chilly days or impressing guests with a festive treat.

Ingredients

Hot Chocolate Base

  • 2 cups milk
  • 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Garnish

  • Cream cheese whipped cream for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat the Milk: Pour the milk into a medium saucepan and warm it over medium heat until it is hot but not boiling, about 4-5 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent a skin from forming.
  2. Add Chocolate and Cocoa: Add the dark chocolate chips and cocoa powder to the warm milk. Whisk continuously until the chocolate chips are completely melted and the mixture is smooth and evenly combined.
  3. Incorporate Red Food Coloring: Pour in the red food coloring while whisking to create the signature red velvet color evenly throughout the hot chocolate.
  4. Stir in Vanilla: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract to enhance the flavor.
  5. Serve and Garnish: Pour the hot chocolate into mugs and top each serving generously with cream cheese whipped cream for a rich and tangy finish.

Notes

  • Use whole milk for a richer, creamier texture, or substitute with your favorite plant-based milk for a dairy-free option.
  • Adjust the amount of red food coloring to achieve your preferred shade of red.
  • For an extra indulgent treat, sprinkle a bit of cocoa powder or red velvet cake crumbs on top of the whipped cream.
  • Cream cheese whipped cream can be made by folding softened cream cheese into whipped heavy cream with a bit of sugar to taste.

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