Introduction

Warm up your holiday season with Frostbite Blue Christmas Cocoa, a festive and comforting drink that’s as delightful to look at as it is to sip. This creamy, white chocolate-infused cocoa gets a magical blue hue that makes it perfect for celebrating chilly winter days.

A clear glass cup with a loop handle filled with a smooth, light blue drink, topped with a thick, swirled white whipped cream layer sprinkled evenly with small blue sugar crystals. The glass sits on a white marbled surface, surrounded by shiny, glittery blue Christmas ornaments and small star-shaped cookies in white and brown near a wooden board. Soft, warm blurred lights create a cozy background. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 cups whole milk or almond/coconut milk for dairy-free
1 cup heavy cream or coconut cream for dairy-free
1 cup white chocolate chips or dairy-free white chocolate for vegan
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pinch salt
Few drops blue food coloring (gel food coloring recommended)
1 cup whipped cream or coconut whipped cream for dairy-free
Festive toppings such as blue sprinkles, mini marshmallows

Instructions

Step 1: In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk and heavy cream. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring gently until the mixture is warm but not boiling.
Step 2: Add the white chocolate chips and stir continuously until they have fully melted into a smooth, creamy texture.
Step 3: Stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt to enhance the flavors.
Step 4: Carefully add drops of blue food coloring until you reach your desired shade of blue, mixing well to evenly distribute the color.
Step 5: Pour the warm cocoa into festive mugs and top each with a generous dollop of whipped cream.
Step 6: Decorate the whipped cream with blue sprinkles, mini marshmallows, or any other festive toppings you like.

Tips & Variations

For a vegan version, substitute with coconut milk, coconut cream, and dairy-free white chocolate. Use coconut whipped cream for topping.
Gel food coloring provides a vibrant color without altering the taste or consistency.
Try adding a pinch of cinnamon or peppermint extract for a holiday twist.

Storage

Store any leftover cocoa in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. To keep it longer, freeze in a suitable container for up to 2 months. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave, stirring well to restore the smooth texture.

How to Serve

A clear glass mug filled with a blue creamy drink, topped with a thick white whipped cream layer that has small air bubbles and is sprinkled with tiny bits of chocolate on top. The mug sits on a thin wooden coaster that rests on a white marbled surface. Around the mug, there are shiny blue Christmas ornaments and a small pinecone partially covered in fake snow, with blurred warm yellow fairy lights in the background. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular cocoa powder instead of white chocolate chips?

This recipe relies on white chocolate for its creamy sweetness and thickness, so substituting with cocoa powder would change the flavor and texture significantly. If you prefer a classic hot chocolate, consider a different recipe tailored for cocoa powder.

How much blue food coloring should I add?

Start with a few drops of gel food coloring and add gradually until you reach the desired color. Gel coloring is more concentrated, so a little goes a long way.