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Best Creamy Orange White Hot Chocolate

A rich and cozy white hot chocolate infused with fresh orange zest for a bright citrus twist.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Servings: 2 mugs
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Hot Chocolate Base
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream
  • 0.75 cup white chocolate chips
  • 1 tbsp orange zest fresh
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Zester
  • Measuring cups

Method
 

  1. Heat milk and cream in a saucepan over medium-low until steaming.
  2. Add white chocolate and whisk until melted and smooth.
  3. Stir in orange zest, vanilla, and salt.
  4. Simmer gently 3–5 minutes to infuse flavor.
  5. Strain zest if desired and pour into mugs.
  6. Top with whipped cream or marshmallows and serve.

Notes

Use real white chocolate for best texture and flavor.