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Grinch Hot Chocolate Recipe

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  • Author: Jessica
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours
  • Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Beverage
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Indulge in the festive spirit with this rich and creamy Grinch Hot Chocolate, a vibrant green treat perfect for holiday gatherings. Made with a decadent blend of heavy cream, milk, white chocolate chips, and sweetened condensed milk, this slow-cooked hot chocolate is smooth, thick, and luxuriously sweet. Enhanced with vanilla and customized with green and yellow food coloring for that iconic Grinch hue, it’s a fun, crowd-pleasing beverage that can be easily adapted for stovetop preparation too.

Ingredients

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Liquids

  • 4 cups heavy cream
  • 4 cups milk (whole milk or 2%)
  • 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Sweeteners and Chocolate

  • 16 ounces white chocolate chips

Coloring

  • Green food coloring (few drops, to desired color)
  • Yellow food coloring (few drops, to desired color)

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: In a slow cooker or large saucepan, add the heavy cream, milk, white chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract. Stir gently until the ingredients are well mixed and the chocolate chips are distributed evenly.
  2. Slow Cook: Set the slow cooker to low heat and cook for 2 to 3 hours. Stir every 20 to 30 minutes to ensure the chocolate fully melts and blends smoothly without separating. Avoid cooking on high to prevent cream from separating.
  3. Add Color: Once the hot chocolate is fully melted and creamy, add green and yellow food coloring a few drops at a time. Stir well after each addition until you achieve the iconic Grinch green shade.
  4. Keep Warm and Serve: Switch the slow cooker to the warm setting to keep the hot chocolate ready to serve for up to 3 hours. Serve topped with optional mini marshmallows, whipped cream, or festive sprinkles for extra holiday cheer.
  5. Stovetop Alternative: For stovetop preparation, combine all ingredients as above in a medium saucepan. Heat over medium heat and bring to a low simmer, stirring frequently for 5-10 minutes until the chocolate is fully dissolved and the mixture is smooth. Do not boil to prevent separation.
  6. Adjust Thickness: If the hot chocolate becomes too thick, simply stir in additional milk in 1/4 to 1/2 cup increments until you reach your preferred consistency.

Notes

  • Do not cook on high heat in the slow cooker to avoid cream separating.
  • Stirring periodically during cooking is essential for a smooth texture.
  • The thickness of the hot chocolate can be adjusted with extra milk as needed.
  • Adding food coloring slowly ensures you get the perfect Grinch green shade without oversaturation.
  • Optional toppings include mini marshmallows, whipped cream, and festive sprinkles for an extra special touch.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 237 ml)
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 28g
  • Sodium: 90mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0.1g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 0.5g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

Find it online: https://jessicasrecipes.com/grinch-hot-chocolate-recipe/