Grinch Hot Chocolate Recipe | white chocolate hot cocoa

Inspired by the classic How the Grinch Stole Christmas this festive Grinch hot chocolate is perfect for the holiday season! And this fun green hot chocolate is sure to get everyone in the Christmas spirit and be a huge hit with kids and adults alike! 

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How the Grinch Stole Christmas has been a Christmas classic for ages, from the original book to the classic 1966 film. The Grinch has not only been a beloved part of the holiday season and on nearly everyone’s list of favorite Christmas movies, but it has also inspired many holiday treats! 

From Grinch punch, and Grinch cake mix cookies, to this fun and delicious Grinch hot chocolate recipe! I’ve been a fan of How the Grinch Stole Christmas ever since I can remember. I love the classic book, and the adorable Grinch holiday decorations are some of my favorites. 

But in reality, I owe this delicious Grinch hot cocoa recipe to my nephew, who has been obsessed with the 2018 Grinch movie, and everything Grinch-related for years!  

After several holiday seasons of watching the Grinch 20+ times, I figured it was high time to start making him some Grinch-themed treats to go along with it!

This fun, creamy, and very green white hot chocolate recipe is super easy to make, with just 4 ingredients and a few fun toppings this festive drink is perfect for Christmas Eve or Christmas morning. And of course, family movie night!

Even if you aren’t a fan of the Grinch this tasty hot chocolate still makes the perfect holiday drink and is sure to brighten your spirits this Christmas season! 

How To Make Grinch Hot Chocolate 

Makes 1 large cup

Ingredients

• whole milk
• heavy cream or half-and-half
• vanilla extract
• chopped white chocolate. You can also white chocolate chips, but I prefer baking chocolate
• green food coloring. You can use any green food coloring you have on hand for this recipe, but neon green food coloring produces the best Grinch-like green color! 
• whipped cream
• red heart sprinkles,  regular or jumbo heart sprinkles both work well
• Christmas sprinkles Or green sprinkles, optional

Additional Topping Ideas

• crushed candy canes
• mini marshmallows
• red candy hearts
• chocolate drizzle 
• red sprinkles

Directions

In a medium saucepan, combine the milk, heavy cream, and vanilla extract. Heat over medium-low heat, whisking often until the mixture is hot, and small bubbles have appeared around the edges of the pan.

Reduce the heat to low, and add the chopped white chocolate, whisk continually until the chocolate is completely melted. Add 4-5 drops of green food coloring Or more until you reach your desired shade of green. Whisk to combine.

Remove the pan from the heat, then carefully pour the finished hot chocolate into a large mug(I like to use a clear glass mug so you can see the color!)

Top with whipped cream, a heart sprinkle, and a pinch of Christmas sprinkles or green sprinkles. 

Enjoy!

Recipe Notes

This hot chocolate recipe can easily be doubled or tripled or made in a large batch! However, I wouldn’t recommend making this recipe ahead of time, as the hot chocolate will start to develop a film on top if it is left to sit too long.

If you like you can use green candy melts along with the white chocolate in place of the green food coloring. But personally, I find the neon green food coloring gives me the best green Grinch color! 

Sometimes I like to add a 1/4 tsp of peppermint extract to this recipe, to create a delicious white chocolate peppermint hot chocolate! You could even add a splash of peppermint schnapps to the adult’s cups! 

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