Why Make This Recipe

Vampire Blood White Hot Chocolate is a fun and festive drink that’s perfect for Halloween or any spooky occasion. It combines the creaminess of white chocolate with a delicious raspberry-like strawberry syrup, creating a drink that’s both tasty and visually striking. It’s not just a drink; it’s an experience that adds joy to gatherings, parties, or cozy nights. Plus, it’s simple to make!

How to Make Vampire Blood White Hot Chocolate

Ingredients:

• 4 cups half-and-half (or whole milk)
• 1 tablespoon Imperial Sugar Extra Fine Granulated Sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 8 ounces white chocolate, finely chopped
• Pinch salt
• Whipped cream
• Strawberry syrup (for making:
  • 1 cup ripe strawberries
  • 1/2 cup Dixie Crystals Extra Fine Granulated Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • red food coloring optional)

Directions:

1. Add half-and-half, sugar, vanilla, white chocolate, and salt to a medium saucepan.
2. Cook over low heat until chocolate melts and comes to a simmer, being careful not to come to a boil.
3. Ladle into mugs.

To Make Strawberry Syrup:

4. Add strawberries, sugar, and water to a medium saucepan.
5. Bring to a boil and let cook until the strawberries break down, about 5 minutes.
6. Strain berries out and pour syrup into a jar.
7. Tint with red food coloring if needed. Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
8. Top the hot chocolate in mugs with whipped cream and strawberry syrup.

How to Serve Vampire Blood White Hot Chocolate

Serve Vampire Blood White Hot Chocolate in clear mugs to show off the beautiful, creamy drink and the vibrant strawberry syrup. You can even add spooky decorations like gummy worms or spooky-themed straws for a fun touch. This drink is great for Halloween parties, movie nights, or any gathering where you want to impress your guests.

How to Store Vampire Blood White Hot Chocolate

If you have leftover hot chocolate, let it cool to room temperature and store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave, adding a little milk if it thickens too much. The strawberry syrup can be kept in the fridge for up to 2 weeks, making it easy to whip up this treat anytime.

Tips to Make Vampire Blood White Hot Chocolate

• Use high-quality white chocolate for the best flavor.
• Stir constantly while heating to prevent the chocolate from burning.
• Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less sugar in the hot chocolate or syrup according to your taste.
• If you want a richer flavor, you can replace half of the half-and-half with heavy cream.

Variation

For a spin on the classic recipe, try adding a dash of peppermint extract for a minty flavor. You can also experiment with different fruit syrups or toppings, like crushed cookies or chocolate shavings.

FAQs

Can I use regular milk instead of half-and-half?
Yes, but the hot chocolate may be less creamy. Whole milk is a good alternative.

Can I make this hot chocolate ahead of time?
Yes! You can prepare the hot chocolate and strawberry syrup ahead of time and store them in the fridge. Just reheat before serving.

Is this recipe kid-friendly?
Absolutely! It’s a sweet treat that kids will love, especially with the fun red syrup on top!

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Vampire Blood White Hot Chocolate

This fun and festive Vampire Blood White Hot Chocolate combines creamy white chocolate with strawberry syrup for a visually striking and delicious drink, perfect for Halloween or cozy gatherings.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Course Dessert, Drink

Cuisine American

Servings 4 servings

Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients

  

For the Hot Chocolate

• 4 cups half-and-half (or whole milk)
• 1 tablespoon Imperial Sugar Extra Fine Granulated Sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 8 ounces white chocolate, finely chopped Use high-quality white chocolate for the best flavor.
• 1 pinch salt
• whipped cream Whipped cream For topping
• to taste strawberry syrup For drizzling on top

For the Strawberry Syrup

• 1 cup ripe strawberries
• 1/2 cup Dixie Crystals Extra Fine Granulated Sugar
• 2 tablespoons water
• optional red food coloring To tint syrup if desired

Instructions

 

Prepare the Hot Chocolate

• Add half-and-half, sugar, vanilla, white chocolate, and salt to a medium saucepan.
• Cook over low heat until chocolate melts and comes to a simmer, being careful not to boil.
• Ladle into mugs.

Make Strawberry Syrup

• Add strawberries, sugar, and water to a medium saucepan.
• Bring to a boil and let cook until the strawberries break down, about 5 minutes.
• Strain berries out and pour syrup into a jar.
• Tint with red food coloring if needed. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

Serve

• Top the hot chocolate in mugs with whipped cream and strawberry syrup.

Notes

Stir constantly while heating to prevent the chocolate from burning. Adjust sweetness by changing sugar amounts according to taste. For richer flavor, replace half of the half-and-half with heavy cream.

Keyword festive drink, Halloween Drink, hot chocolate, strawberry syrup, White Chocolate