Frosty Blue Holiday Cocoa

A magical winter drink with a stunning blue hue and creamy marshmallow clouds

Ingredients

For the Blue Cocoa Base:

• 4 cups whole milk
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/3 cup white chocolate chips
• 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 4-6 drops blue food coloring (adjust for desired shade)

For the Frosty Topping:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Mini marshmallows
• White chocolate shavings or coconut flakes
• Optional: edible silver glitter

Instructions

Prepare the Cocoa Base

1. In a medium saucepan, heat milk and cream over medium-low heat until steaming (don’t boil).
2. In a small bowl, whisk together cocoa powder, sugar, and salt to break up any lumps.
3. Add the cocoa mixture to the warm milk, whisking constantly to prevent lumps.
4. Add white chocolate chips and whisk until completely melted and smooth.
5. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
6. Add blue food coloring drop by drop, whisking after each addition until you achieve your desired frosty blue shade.

Make the Frosty Topping

1. In a chilled bowl, whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
2. Don’t overwhip – you want it fluffy like snow clouds.

Serve

1. Pour the blue cocoa into mugs, leaving room at the top.
2. Top generously with the whipped cream.
3. Garnish with mini marshmallows, white chocolate shavings, or coconut flakes.
4. For extra magic, dust lightly with edible silver glitter.

Tips

• For a deeper blue color, use gel food coloring instead of liquid
• Make it extra creamy by using half-and-half instead of regular milk
• For adults, add a splash of peppermint schnapps or vanilla vodka
• Serve in clear glass mugs to show off the beautiful blue color

Serves: 4 cups Prep Time: 15 minutes

This enchanting drink captures the essence of a winter wonderland in a mug – perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights by the fire!