Grinch Hot Chocolate Recipe
This festive Grinch Hot Chocolate is a creamy, indulgent drink perfect for holiday gatherings. Made with white chocolate, heavy cream, and a touch of green and yellow food coloring, it’s a fun and delicious way to celebrate the season with a vibrant, Grinch-inspired twist.
- Author: zara
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Milk Base
- 4 cups heavy cream
- 4 cups milk (whole milk or two percent recommended)
Chocolate Mixture
- 16 ounces white chocolate chips
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Coloring
- Green food coloring, as needed
- Yellow food coloring, as needed
Optional Toppings
- Mini marshmallows
- Whipped cream
- Holiday sprinkles
- Combine Ingredients: In your slow cooker, add the heavy cream, milk, white chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract. Stir gently until all the ingredients are well combined.
- Cook the Mixture: Set the slow cooker to low heat and cook for 2 to 3 hours. Make sure to stir every 20 to 30 minutes to help the chocolate chips melt evenly and blend fully with the milk and cream.
- Add Color: Once the chocolate has melted and the mixture is smooth, add green and yellow food coloring a few drops at a time. Stir after each addition until you achieve the desired Grinch-like bright green color.
- Keep Warm and Serve: Switch the slow cooker to the warm setting to keep the hot chocolate at an ideal temperature for up to 3 hours. Serve in mugs topped with mini marshmallows, whipped cream, and festive sprinkles if desired for a festive presentation.
Notes
- You can adjust the thickness by reducing the amount of milk or increasing the cream slightly for a richer texture.
- Stir regularly while cooking to prevent scorching on the bottom of the slow cooker.
- If you prefer dairy-free, use plant-based milk and substitute white chocolate chips with dairy-free varieties.
- Be cautious with food coloring amounts to avoid altering the taste.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.
Keywords: Grinch hot chocolate, holiday drink, white chocolate hot cocoa, festive beverages, Christmas drink, slow cooker hot chocolate