Description
Frostbite blue christmas cocoa brings winter magic to your mug with a whimsical arctic-inspired drink. Icy blue hues and peppermint swirls create a festive beverage that invites you to savor holiday cheer in one delightful sip.
Ingredients
Scale
Cocoa Base:
- 4 tbsp cocoa powder
- 2 cups milk
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 3 tbsp granulated sugar
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
- 1 pinch salt
Garnish and Decoration:
- 2 tbsp white chocolate chips
- 1 candy cane (crushed)
- 1/4 cup whipped cream
- 1 drop blue food coloring
Instructions
- Combine cocoa powder, milk, heavy cream, and granulated sugar in a medium saucepan, whisking thoroughly to eliminate any lumps and ensure smooth integration.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat, gradually warming the mixture to approximately 160°F, stirring consistently to prevent scorching or sticking.
- Incorporate peppermint extract and salt into the heated cocoa base, stirring gently to distribute the flavors evenly throughout the liquid.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and introduce a single drop of blue food coloring, stirring carefully to create a soft, wintry azure hue.
- Transfer the vibrant cocoa into a serving mug, preparing for the final decorative touches.
- Sprinkle crushed candy cane around the rim of the mug for a festive, crisp texture and peppermint accent.
- Dollop whipped cream generously on top of the cocoa, creating a plush, cloud-like surface.
- Scatter white chocolate chips over the whipped cream, allowing them to slightly melt and create delicate, swirling patterns.
- Serve immediately while the cocoa remains warm, ensuring the optimal blend of temperature and flavor for a truly indulgent winter beverage.
Notes
- Customize cocoa thickness by adjusting milk and cream ratios for desired richness and consistency.
- Swap dairy milk with almond, oat, or coconut milk for a vegan-friendly and lactose-free alternative that maintains creamy texture.
- Control sweetness level by gradually adding sugar and tasting, allowing personalization without overwhelming sugar content.
- Experiment with natural blue food colorings like butterfly pea flower powder for a healthier, chemical-free color transformation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 383
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 78 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 43 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 56 mg