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    Red Velvet Hot Chocolate

    Published: Dec 19, 2013 · Modified: Feb 5, 2022 by Kim Beaulieu · This post may contain affiliate links

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    This easy red velvet hot chocolate recipe is simply delightful to sip on a cold day. Curl up by the fire with a mug of hot chocolate today!

    Red Velvet Hot Chocolate served in white mugs with chocolate covered spoons on the counter.

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    So, enjoy some Red Velvet Hot Chocolate! Grab some marshmallows and enjoy a cup of hot cocoa!

    Red Velvet Hot Chocolate in white mugs.

    Other Great Hot Chocolate Recipes:

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    • Slow Cooker White Chocolate Hot Chocolate
    • Coconut Hot Chocolate
    • Nutella Hot Chocolate
    • Homemade Hot Cocoa Mix
    • Delicious Hot Chocolate from The Pioneer Woman
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    Red Velvet Hot Chocolate

    This easy red velvet hot chocolate recipe is simply delightful to sip on a cold day. Curl up with a mug of this, a good book, a cozy blanket and roaring fire nearby. 
    Course Beverage, Drinks
    Cuisine American
    Keyword hot chocolate, hot cocoa, red velvet hot chocolate
    Prep Time 5 minutes
    Cook Time 5 minutes
    Total Time 10 minutes
    Servings 6
    Calories 506kcal

    Equipment

    • 4-Quart Saucepan
    • Whisk
    • Mugs

    Ingredients

    For the Red Velvet Hot Chocolate:

    • ¼ cup cocoa powder
    • ¼ cup hot water doesn't have to be boiling, just hot
    • 4 cups milk my preference for hot chocolate is 2%
    • ¼ cup brown sugar
    • ¼ cup corn syrup
    • Red food colouring use the gel as it gives the deeper red hue you want

    For topping:

    • Mini Marshmallows
    • Whipped cream
    • Sprinkles for the rims of mugs
    US Customary - Metric

    Instructions

    For the rims:

    • Before you begin you need to decide if you want to decorate the rims of the mugs. If you do this step needs to be done before making the hot chocolate. You basically take corn syrup and rub it around the rim of the mugs. Then put your sprinkles on a plate or in a large bowl and dunk the rim in it. Roll it around so you get them everywhere. Set aside while you start the hot chocolate.

    For the Red Velvet Hot Chocolate:

    • In a saucepan whisk together the cocoa powder and hot water. This just ensures the cocoa powder breaks up and you don't get bits of it floating after you cook this. Works like a charm when using powder. It basically looks like a thick sludge but trust me it's worth it. Once you get it all mixed with no powdery bits left you can turn the stovetop on to a medium-low heat. Quickly add your milk, and brown sugar. You need to continue to mix it while it heats up. The key with hot chocolate in my opinion is heating it but not letting it boil. You want to heat it up gently so you don't scorch it.
    • Once it's hot enough to serve remove from the heat. Add the corn syrup and red gel food colouring. Mix carefully so you don't splash red dye everywhere. The gel mixed with the cocoa powder is what gives red velvet a nice deep red colour.
    • Pour into mugs.
    • Top with mini marshmallows or whipped cream.
    • Serve with a big old happy and grateful smile!

    Notes

    You can swap out the cocoa powder for chocolate pieces. Or mix both in this.
     
    You can hit the hot chocolate with a touch of heavy cream right at the end to thicken it up a bit if desired. It's a good tip for a nice hearty hot chocolate.
     
    Mixing the water and cocoa powder is something I learned back in the day from my mom. It works like a charm so you never get those crazy little flecks of powder while drinking hot chocolate. You basically use a tiny bit of water and mix it with the cocoa powder till it's a sludgy mixture. Doesn't sound appealing I know but it's the best way to describe it. Then when you add the milk and heat it all up you will not have lumps.
     
    Corn syrup rules in hot chocolate. If you are anti-corn syrup use honey.
     
    You can also do the rims with water but I find it makes the sprinkle colours bleed. So I use corn syrup. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 506kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 83mg | Sodium: 329mg | Potassium: 1202mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 53g | Vitamin A: 797IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 792mg | Iron: 1mg

     

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    Comments

    1. Carolsue

      December 25, 2013 at 12:21 am

      I am grateful for my family, friends, pets and our health

      Reply
      • Kim Beaulieu

        December 27, 2013 at 8:48 pm

        All wonderful things to be thankful for. Life is a gift, it's great to see so many people who are grateful for all the right things this season. This post just made my whole year. I love everyone's responses.

        Reply
    2. Ruta

      December 26, 2013 at 12:15 am

      Grateful for my family and being able to spend the holiday with them.

      Reply
      • Kim Beaulieu

        December 27, 2013 at 8:49 pm

        That's an amazing thing to be grateful for. I love the holidays with family. xx

        Reply
    3. Kelly Sievert

      December 27, 2013 at 1:05 pm

      I'm thankful for my loving family!

      Reply
      • Kim Beaulieu

        December 27, 2013 at 8:50 pm

        That's so sweet, I think this whole comment section is just the nicest thing I've read lately. I'm so thrilled to have such amazing readers. You all are amazing. xx

        Reply
    4. Betsy Cohen

      December 29, 2013 at 9:48 pm

      What a beautifully written and heartfelt post. Thank you for sharing your recipe and lovely words!

      Reply
      • Kim Beaulieu

        January 10, 2014 at 1:56 pm

        Thank you. xx

        Reply
    5. Kayle (The Cooking Actress)

      January 01, 2014 at 4:44 pm

      <3!!!!

      Reply
      • Kim Beaulieu

        January 10, 2014 at 1:57 pm

        Back at ya.

        Reply
    6. Jennie @themessybakerblog

      January 10, 2014 at 10:16 pm

      I love coming to your little space on the interweb. I love reading your posts. I remember when I was first introduced to your site. I thought, "This lady sure is funny. Imma be back soon…real soon." Seriously Kim, I love your humor. You have a great site. You have such a great personality. I'm so honored to have met you through food. Here you go again creating an amazing hot chocolate recipe. Love! Pinned.

      Reply
    7. Nancy @ gottagetbaked

      February 12, 2014 at 7:11 pm

      Did you say "red velvet hot chocolate"?!?!?! My mind is blown! Must.make.immediately. Your photos are beautiful, lady. And you and your blog are totally kick ass, which is why we all come here. Much love to ya!

      Reply
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