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Irresistible Pink Velvet Hot Chocolate Recipe with Marshmallow Hearts

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A cozy and visually stunning pink velvet hot chocolate with a creamy texture and subtle berry notes, topped with playful marshmallow hearts. Perfect for chilly nights and easy to prepare in under 15 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups whole milk (480 ml)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (120 ml)
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (90 g)
  • 2 tablespoons freeze-dried raspberries, ground into powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • About 1 cup pink marshmallow hearts
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Using a spice grinder or blender, finely grind 2 tablespoons of freeze-dried raspberries until powdery. Set aside.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups whole milk and 1/2 cup heavy cream. Heat over medium-low heat until just steaming—not boiling (about 5 minutes).
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder, 3 tablespoons powdered sugar, and a pinch of salt to prevent clumping.
  4. Slowly whisk the dry ingredients into the warm milk mixture until fully dissolved and smooth, whisking continuously to avoid lumps (2-3 minutes).
  5. Add 1/2 cup white chocolate chips to the saucepan. Stir continuously over low heat until completely melted and smooth.
  6. Stir in the ground freeze-dried raspberries and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Adjust sweetness if needed by adding more powdered sugar.
  7. Keep the mixture on low heat for another 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until hot and velvety but not boiling.
  8. Pour the hot chocolate into heatproof mugs. Top generously with pink marshmallow hearts and let them melt slightly before enjoying.

Notes

Use gentle low heat to avoid scorching milk and chocolate. Whisk continuously to prevent lumps. Fresh powdered sugar is best to avoid clumps. For vegan version, substitute milk and cream with plant-based alternatives and use dairy-free white chocolate chips and vegan marshmallows. Toast marshmallows lightly with a kitchen torch for added flavor. If hot chocolate separates or looks grainy, whisk vigorously off heat or use a hand blender to smooth it out.

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Keywords: pink velvet hot chocolate, marshmallow hearts, cozy drink, winter beverage, berry hot chocolate, creamy hot chocolate, easy hot chocolate recipe

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