Description
Unicorn Hot Chocolate is a whimsical and colorful twist on traditional hot chocolate, made with creamy whole milk, heavy cream, and white hot chocolate mix, colored with pink food coloring and topped with fun garnishes like whipped cream, mini marshmallows, and sprinkles. Perfect for a cozy treat served warm or cold.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1¾ cup whole milk
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 5 tbsp white hot chocolate mix
- Pink food coloring to taste
Optional Garnishes
- ⅓ cup white candy melts
- Sprinkles
- Melted pink candy melts
- Whipped topping
- Mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Heat Milk and Cream: In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, heat the whole milk and heavy cream together until it starts to bubble gently around the edges, stirring occasionally. This will take about 3 minutes.
- Add Hot Chocolate Mix and Color: Whisk in the white hot chocolate mix until fully dissolved, then stir in pink food coloring to achieve your desired shade.
- Optional Chocolate Sprinkle Rim: Melt white candy melts in the microwave, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth. Dip the rim of each glass into the melted candy and then immediately into sprinkles. Allow the rim to set for 1-2 minutes before pouring the hot chocolate.
- Serve Hot Chocolate: Remove the hot chocolate from heat and pour into two 10-ounce or larger mugs, leaving room for toppings.
- Add Toppings: Top each mug with a generous amount of whipped cream, mini marshmallows, additional sprinkles, and drizzle melted colored candy melts on top for a festive look.
- Serve: Enjoy your Unicorn Hot Chocolate warm or cold as preferred.
Notes
- Store leftover hot chocolate in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Do not freeze the hot chocolate as it may separate or lose texture.
- Reheat leftover hot chocolate gently on the stovetop or microwave, stirring well before serving.
- Use sprinkles, marshmallows, and candy melts in matching colors for an aesthetically pleasing presentation.
- Clear mugs showcase the vibrant colors of this drink beautifully.
- This hot chocolate can be enjoyed warm or cold according to your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
