Whisk the milk and vanilla together in a large saucepan over medium heat.
4 cups whole milk, 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
Once the liquid begins to bubble around the edges, pour in the chocolate chips. Do not boil the milk or it will burn. Just let it barely simmer while you whisk.
1 ½ cups white chocolate chips
Continue whisking the entire time to prevent burning until the chocolate is fully melted and creamy, about 4 minutes.
Turn the heat off and let the mixture cool for 5 minutes as you continue whisking the entire time.
Serve immediately with whipped cream, crushed peppermints, white chocolate shavings and mini marshmallows if desired.
See post for tips and storage options.
Notes
The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of slightly more than 1 cup of hot chocolate. Actual calories will vary.
Nutrition Facts
White Hot Chocolate
Serving Size
1 cup
Amount per Serving
Calories
520
% Daily Value*
Fat
29
g
45
%
Saturated Fat
18
g
90
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
8
g
Cholesterol
43
mg
14
%
Sodium
154
mg
6
%
Potassium
564
mg
16
%
Carbohydrates
52
g
17
%
Fiber
0.1
g
0
%
Sugar
52
g
58
%
Protein
12
g
24
%
Vitamin A
416
IU
8
%
Vitamin C
0.3
mg
0
%
Calcium
435
mg
44
%
Iron
0.2
mg
1
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.