Ruby Glow Christmas Cocoa
A delightful drink combining rich flavors of chocolate, cranberries, and spices for the holiday season.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup cranberry syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2–3 drops red food coloring (optional)
- Mini marshmallows
- Cinnamon sugar for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine whole milk and heavy cream. Heat over medium heat until warm but not boiling.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in the white chocolate chips, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Mix in the cranberry syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract. Stir well to blend the flavors. If using, add red food coloring to achieve a rich ruby-red color.
- Pour the cocoa into mugs and top with a generous layer of mini marshmallows. Dust with a light sprinkle of cinnamon sugar for a festive touch.
Notes
This cocoa can be stored in the fridge for up to three days and reheated gently on the stove.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Christmas, hot cocoa, festive drink, winter, chocolate
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