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Cozy Pink Velvet Hot Chocolate with Marshmallow Hearts

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A velvety pink hot chocolate made with white chocolate, beet powder, and topped with marshmallow hearts. This cozy drink is perfect for Valentine’s Day, Galentine’s gatherings, or any chilly evening.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (175g) white chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate
  • 2 cups (480ml) whole milk
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons beet powder
  • Pinch of flaky sea salt
  • Marshmallow hearts for garnish
  • Optional: pink sanding sugar, edible glitter, or grated white chocolate for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, combine the whole milk and heavy cream. Heat until warm (about 160°F/71°C), looking for tiny bubbles around the edges, about 4 to 5 minutes.
  2. Whisk in the vanilla bean paste and a tiny pinch of salt.
  3. Reduce heat to low. Add the white chocolate chips and let sit for 30 seconds without stirring. Then whisk slowly in a circular motion until completely melted and smooth, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  4. Sprinkle in 1 teaspoon of beet powder and whisk vigorously until fully incorporated. Add more beet powder (up to 1/2 teaspoon more) for a deeper pink color, whisking for about 30 seconds to avoid clumps.
  5. Continue heating on low for another 2 to 3 minutes, whisking occasionally, until hot but not boiling (around 170°F/77°C). Remove from heat if it starts to simmer.
  6. While the hot chocolate heats, prepare marshmallow hearts: use a small heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut large marshmallows into hearts, or cut mini marshmallows into hearts with a sharp knife.
  7. Pour the hot chocolate into mugs, filling about three-quarters full. Float 3 to 4 marshmallow hearts on top of each mug.
  8. Optional: garnish with a sprinkle of pink sanding sugar, edible glitter, or grated white chocolate. Serve immediately.

Notes

Use high-quality white chocolate for the smoothest melt. Avoid white melting wafers. For a dairy-free version, use full-fat oat milk and coconut cream. Beet powder can be substituted with a drop of natural red food coloring. To prevent marshmallow hearts from sinking, add them just before serving.

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Keywords: pink hot chocolate, velvet hot chocolate, white chocolate hot chocolate, beet powder, marshmallow hearts, Valentine's Day drink, cozy drink

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