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White Chocolate Orange Almond Hot Chocolate

A creamy, luxurious hot chocolate made with white chocolate, almond milk, and bright orange zest for a cozy winter drink.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: European-Inspired, Winter
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

Hot Chocolate Base
  • 3 cups almond milk unsweetened
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 6 oz white chocolate chopped
  • 1 tsp orange zest fresh
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.25 tsp almond extract
  • 1 pinch salt

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups

Method
 

  1. Heat almond milk and cream in a saucepan until steaming.
  2. Whisk in white chocolate until melted and smooth.
  3. Add orange zest, vanilla, almond extract, and salt.
  4. Simmer gently for 2–3 minutes without boiling.
  5. Pour into mugs and garnish as desired.

Notes

Strain zest for a smoother texture if desired.