With the arrival of winter comes the desire to cozy up by the fire and enjoy a delicious warm beverage! Set the traditional hot cocoa aside and opt for a new twist on the classic holiday beverage: caramel white chocolate cocoa! It’s a sweet, creamy version with lots of caramel flavor added in. All you need is a fire and a cup of this delicious treat for the perfect holiday evening with friends.
Give your caramel white chocolate cocoa a boozy twist with 2 ounces of Bailey’s Irish Crème or your favorite creamy liquor. Just omit for the kids and you’ll have a treat for everyone to enjoy this holiday season.
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Yield: 4 mugs of caramel white chocolate cocoa
What I really love about this recipe is that it tastes so decadent that it’s almost hard to believe it didn’t come from a fancy coffee shop. It’s just made in a small saucepan in your kitchen! The rich caramel is the perfect addition to the sweet white chocolate. The extra drizzle on top and the caramel in the bottom means it’s delicious from the first sip to the last! I even added a few extra white chocolate chips on top for garnish. Mini marshmallows would also be a fitting touch! This is sure to become a holiday favorite!
Try setting up a hot cocoa bar for neighbors and friends, and let them build their own hot cocoa beverages. Supply treats like chocolate chips, peppermint sticks, spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, etc.), caramel and chocolate drizzle, and mini marshmallows. Pop in your favorite holiday movie, too!
For another tasty treat, try my mini gingerbread hazelnut crunch trifles and double chocolate holiday fudge! Both of these holiday recipes would be a delicious addition to a hot-cocoa-by-the-fire party! Happy holidays!