Raspberry Hot Chocolate (Real Fruit!) Recipe
This Raspberry Hot Chocolate recipe combines real raspberries with creamy white chocolate for a unique and delicious twist on classic hot cocoa. The fresh raspberry puree adds a vibrant color and natural fruitiness, while the white chocolate adds sweetness and richness. Topped with whipped cream, this comforting beverage is perfect for cozying up on chilly days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Raspberry Puree
- 1 cup raspberries
- 2 tablespoons sugar (or honey)
- 1 tablespoon water
Hot Chocolate
- 3 cups milk
- 3/4 cup white chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 drops natural red food coloring (optional)
Topping
- Whipped cream (for topping)
Instructions
- Cook the berries: In a small saucepan, combine the raspberries, sugar or honey, and water. Cook over medium heat for about 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until the berries start breaking down.
- Puree the berries: Remove from heat, transfer the cooked berries to a blender, and blend until smooth.
- Strain the puree: Pass the raspberry puree through a fine sieve to remove seeds, pushing with the back of a spoon as needed for smoothness.
- Heat the milk: In a medium saucepan over low heat, gently bring the milk to a simmer while whisking constantly. Remove before it boils.
- Melt the white chocolate: Add the white chocolate chips to the hot milk and stir until fully melted and smooth. If needed, place back on low heat to help dissolve.
- Combine flavors: Stir in the raspberry puree and vanilla extract until well incorporated. For a deeper red color, add 1 to 2 drops of natural red food coloring and mix.
- Serve: Pour the raspberry white hot chocolate into four mugs and top each with whipped cream.
Notes
- Use fresh or frozen raspberries as preferred; thaw frozen berries before cooking.
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of sugar or honey to taste.
- Natural red food coloring is optional but can enhance the visual appeal.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute milk with almond or oat milk and use dairy-free white chocolate chips.
- Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
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