Red Velvet Hot Chocolate

1 cup milk whole milk gives it that nice, creamy texture, but feel free to use whatever you have on hand
1 tbsp white chocolate chips for that extra sweetness and creamy texture
1 tsp sugar because we all need a little sugar in our lives, right?
Red food coloring just 2-3 drops for that signature red velvet color
Whipped cream
Colored sprinkles optional, but highly recommended for that extra festive touch

Heat up 1 cup of milk in a small saucepan over medium heat until warm and steamy but not boiling.
Once the milk is steaming, toss in your white chocolate chips. Stir them in gently until they melt completely into the milk.
Stir in the sugar until it’s fully dissolved.
Add 2-3 drops of red food coloring to your mixture. Stir it well so the color spreads evenly through the milk.
Let your red velvet hot chocolate heat for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Grab your favorite mug and pour in the luscious, red goodness.
Dollop a nice, fluffy cloud of whipped cream on top of each mug of red velvet hot chocolate.
Top your whipped cream with a sprinkle of colored sprinkles.
Serve and enjoy!

For the Best Texture: Whole milk is your friend! It gives the drink that extra creamy texture. But if you only have skim milk or a dairy-free option, that will work too. Just know the texture might be a little thinner.

Make It Fancy: If you’re feeling extra fancy, you could even drizzle some chocolate syrup around the inside of the mug before pouring in the hot chocolate. Or add a few mini marshmallows on top of the whipped cream. It’s all about making it your own!

Leftovers: If you happen to have any leftover hot chocolate (which, honestly, might not happen with kids around), you can store it in the fridge for a day or two. Just reheat it on the stove or in the microwave and add fresh whipped cream when you’re ready to enjoy.