Halloween Orange Hot Chocolate Recipe

Get into the spooky spirit with this vibrant and delicious Halloween Orange Hot Chocolate! Inspired by a classic recipe from Matthew Mead's "Halloween Tricks and Treats," this creamy, dreamy hot chocolate is infused with a subtle hint of orange and topped with festive whipped cream and chocolate nonpareils. Perfect for Halloween parties or a cozy night in!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 69.8 kcal
Protein 13g
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Halloween Orange Hot Chocolate 73

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Ingredients for Halloween Orange Hot Chocolate

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How to Make Halloween Orange Hot Chocolate

  1. Coarsely chop 4 ounces of premium white chocolate and place in a medium heatproof bowl. Set aside.
  2. In a medium saucepan, heat 2 cups of whole milk over medium heat. Stir occasionally until small bubbles begin to form around the edges (approximately 4 minutes).
  3. Carefully pour the heated milk over the chopped white chocolate in the bowl.
  4. Let the chocolate sit for a minute, then gently stir until completely melted and smooth.
  5. Whisk in 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract and 2 drops of orange food coloring.
  6. Continue whisking until a light foam forms on the surface.
  7. Pour the hot chocolate into mugs. Top with whipped cream and chocolate nonpareils. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

40g

Fat

1g

Carbs

3g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Halloween Orange Hot Chocolate?

Halloween Orange Hot Chocolate takes about 15 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Halloween Orange Hot Chocolate?

Halloween Orange Hot Chocolate has approximately 69.8 calories per serving, with about 13 g protein, 3 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Halloween Orange Hot Chocolate?

The key ingredients for Halloween Orange Hot Chocolate are Premium White Baking Chocolate, Nonfat Milk, Vanilla Extract, Orange Food Coloring, Whipped Cream, Nonpareils. See the full list with measurements above.

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