Minty White Hot Chocolate is a fresh twist on a timeless cold-weather treat. Smooth white chocolate and crisp hints of mint elevate this sugary elixir to the next level. Best served on a cold winter night or after a fun afternoon in the snow!
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Hot, Hot – Oh, We Got It!
Every time I serve hot chocolate I can’t help but think of the Hot Chocolate song from Polar Express! It’s catchy and is guaranteed to be stuck in your head for hours 🙂
Snow days call for hot chocolate, and after our first snow day of the year I whipped up this homemade Minty White Hot Chocolate and it was a hit!
Store-bought hot chocolate gets it done quickly and effortlessly, but if you ask me, homemade hot chocolate is so much more rich and satisfying.
The first homemade cocoa recipe I tried used cocoa powder, chocolate bits, sugar and more! It was heaven in a cup.
Since I’ve discovered just how easy it is to make at home, it will be hard to go back to the store bought packets!.
I hope that you now have the Hot Chocolate song in your head and are inspired to make this yummy treat!
Make it a Meal!
The beauty of Minty White Hot Chocolate is it can be enjoyed as a drink AND a dessert. Here are some sweet dishes that would shine alongside it.
- 3-Ingredient Whipped Cream – A quick, easy recipe that is light, airy, and oh-so fluffy
- Thin Mint Chocolate Truffles – Beloved Girl Scout cookies transformed into an even tastier treat with melted chocolate and cream cheese
- Peppermint Double Chocolate Crinkle Cookies – Layer on the minty goodness with these fudgy peppermint crinkle cookies
How to: Make Minty White Hot Chocolate
Minty White Hot Chocolate is an easy drink to whip up after a fun-filled day out in the snow!
With only 4 ingredients, you’ll have a hot pot of this luscious drink ready on your stovetop in minutes. It doesn’t get any easier than this, folks!
In a cooking pot over medium heat, simmer heavy cream, milk, and mint extract. Stir regularly to keep the milk from burning.
After about 5 minutes you should have a gentle simmer. You want the drink warm but not too hot to drink. The ideal temperature is around 150°F for kiddos and 175° for adults for a hotter drink.
Once simmering, add in the white chocolate melts and stir until they are fully incorporated. Remove from heat.
Pour the minty white hot chocolate into individual glasses and top with whipped cream, mint chocolate pieces, and marshmallows for an extra special treat!
Ingredients Needed
Materials Needed
Minty White Hot Chocolate
Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cups milk
- 2 tsp mint extract
- 12 oz white chocolate melts
- whipped cream, chopped mint chocolate (optional)
Instructions
- In a cooking pot, heat heavy cream, milk, and mint extract over medium heat for 3-5 minutes. Stir frequently.
- Add white chocolate melts and stir until melted. Remove from heat.
- Pour into individual glasses for serving and top with whipped cream or mint chocolate pieces.
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This sounds delicious! I also love the hot chocolate song too – definitely in my head now aha x
Hot chocolate is one of my favorite things to drink during the winter. I always buy the white hot chocolate from Starbucks and I’m always so curious about how to make a version of it
I have to try this! I’m always disappointed with packets. Thank you!
This sounds lovely and decadent — perfect for the cold evenings!
I’m obsessed! I’m literally craving one so bad right now omg! This recipe sounds so Luch and the photos are beautiful!!!
Sounds perfect for a snowy day like today!
White hot chocolate is my favourite hot drink! I make it every winter! I can’t have lactose so I usually make it with coconut milk (although I may try coconut cream now!). But I’ve never thought to make it with mint so I’m definitely going to have to try that!
This looks delightful! I am not usually a white chocolate fan but I will have to make an exception for this dish!
Sounds delicious! I’ve never tried making hot chocolate. This sounds like a perfect addition to a cozy night at home.
I will try this with almond milk and see if it comes out like yours.
H E
Big yes from me over here! This minty white chocolate was so delicious!
I will be trying this!! I love mint with chocolate, never tried it with white chocolate though? X
Love this white hot chocolate! It is so easy to make and it is so delicious. Perfect treat to warm up on a cold snowy day.
I love the addition of mint in this recipe. It tasted like a coffee house specialty flavor!
There is just something about making hot chocolate from scratch. This looks perfect for a snowy day.
I love a mint hot chocolate, I’ve never had a white hot chocolate though, I definitely need to try this!
Courtney x
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looks delish and so COZY
Oh my god, this looks like such a perfect holiday treat!
My kid is a white chocolate fan (because I rarely buy it!) I will make it in liquid form as it sounds way better than tablets with tons of sugar and margarine. Thanks for the idea and recipe!
So delicious! I love mint and this did not disappoint. Thank you!
This looks so good! Will be making this!
Yum! This sounds delicious. I’m only allowed white chocolate at the moment so always excited to see recipes for a yummy white hot chocolate.
This sounds like a cup of heaven. Must try 🙂
You are speaking my language with this minty drink! I am such a sucker for a mint hot chocolate or mocha during the winter. I’ll have to try out this recipe soon 🙂
MY son will love this minty hot chocolate. I can’t wait to make him this. Yum!
Someone asked me for mint chocolates so…. this recipe is just in time! 🙂 It looks really good and I’m sure she’ll love it! 🙂
Omgosh this sounds amazing. I’m a tea lover but I do always fancy a hot milky cosy drink for wintertime. Bonus: Easy to make.
I am a big hot chocolate lover, but I have never tried a white chocolate spin before. In love with the deliciousness of this recipe!
We loved this white hot chocolate, especially my daughter. So delicious and easy to make.
We don’t get a lot of snow here in Alabama, but I do love some hot chocolate. Minty white hot chocolate sounds like the perfect ending to a long day.
I love all things minty! I have to try this. And Christmas being over doesn’t mean I have to give up mint…I’m not ready to let it go!!!
WOW! That sounds absolutely delicious! I will 100% be trying this soon.
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Yes please. This is just what the doctor ordered; except I wont be able to enjoy it. I am trying to exercise a vegan free diet for as long as I can, so I have basically tortured myself by coming here. But.. thank you – like I say the family will love it xxx
Yes please. This is just what the doctor ordered; except I wont be able to enjoy it. I am trying to exercise a vegan free diet for as long as I can, so I have basically tortured myself by coming here. But.. thank you – like I say the family will love it xxx
wow – Kalin! this looks and sound so good! perfect for the winter season! i will def try this out!
I am in love with the idea of this drink and am so excited to try it for my film night on Sunday! Thanks for the recipe
I’ve never thought of white mint before that must be so yummy!
I agree that homemade hot chocolate is so much better than store bought. And this recipe was amazing!
Yowsa this looks amazing and stunning!
Grreat post. Thank you for sharing such an inspiring information.