Yesterday we made Pink Hot Chocolate as part of our Valentine countdown. It’s SO yummy, and my kids were pretty thrilled by the fact that it was pink. Even the boys! It’s a fun way to get warm and celebrate the holiday!
My kids think I’m magic. :) They have no idea how the hot chocolate gets pink, and I’ve told them it’s a very special mom secret (passed down to me by my mom), and that I’ll tell them all about it when they grow up. They like to watch whenever I’m working the kitchen, but I made them leave when it was time for the “pink” part. I LOVE it.
I make it a couple of times every year during the Valentine’s Day season, and it’s always a hit. I love to serve it as part of our Valentine’s Day breakfast, and it’s fun and festive for any kind of Valentine party or gathering. It’s extra cold in lots of places this winter, so pink hot chocolate might be the perfect thing to warm up!
It’s a simple recipe, and can be made in less than 10 minutes. I give my kids the choice of whipped cream or marshmallows, and then a few sprinkles for the top. They love creating their own special drink, and it makes it even more fun!
Pink Hot Chocolate
Ingredients
- 1-12 oz. can evaporated milk
- 12 oz. white chocolate chips 1 bag
- 3-4 c. whole milk
Instructions
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt the white chocolate chips with the evaporated milk. Once melted, add the whole milk and heat through. Start with 3 cups, and add more to taste. Remove from heat, and add drops of red food coloring until you get it to the color you like! Serve with whipped cream or marshmallows, plus a few fun sprinkles for the top!
Justina says
Feb 5, 2014 at 12:39 pmI love this idea! Gotta remember it for when I have kids :)
simply {kierste} says
Feb 5, 2014 at 12:45 pmYou don’t have to wait!! I love it too. :)
Crystal says
Feb 5, 2014 at 4:02 pmI love this!! I was even wondering when I saw the picture how you did this. Kids are going to love it!! Thanks so much :)
simply {kierste} says
Feb 5, 2014 at 10:35 pmSO excited for you to try it!! Kids love it…and adults too. :)
Delina says
Feb 5, 2014 at 4:42 pmYay!! been waiting for this post :) Can’t wait to make it!
simply {kierste} says
Feb 5, 2014 at 10:35 pmYou’ll have to let me know what you think!! :)
Katrina says
Feb 5, 2014 at 6:44 pmexcellent. cant wait for the pink hot chocolate day on our countdown!
simply {kierste} says
Feb 5, 2014 at 10:35 pmyou will love it!! :) xoxo
Trish says
Feb 5, 2014 at 8:24 pmLove the pink hot chocolate and love the idea of a countdown to V-day.
BTW, I was wondering if you were ever able to find out the paint color on your walls.
Thanks!
simply {kierste} says
Feb 5, 2014 at 10:34 pmtrish, i’m so sorry i haven’t had a chance yet!!! it’s been a crazy past couple of weeks with a sick baby. i will do it soon!!! xoxo
Glenna Anderson says
Feb 5, 2014 at 10:47 pmThank you so much for this recipe and sharing the special way you present it to your children. I’m going to do this for my grandchildren this year. I’ve been unsuccessfully searching for this “special touch”.
simply {kierste} says
Feb 5, 2014 at 10:51 pmYou are so welcome!! It’s a simple thing, but it makes a big difference! Enjoy that time with your grandchildren!! xoxo
Andrea says
Feb 6, 2014 at 11:53 amMy kids are going to love this!! Thank you.
simply {kierste} says
Feb 6, 2014 at 9:36 pmEnjoy!!! It’s SO fun!! xoxo
Lisa says
Feb 9, 2014 at 10:11 amI was wondering what size can of evaporated milk is used.
simply {kierste} says
Feb 9, 2014 at 5:53 pmIt’s the 12 oz. can. Thanks for asking!! I’ll go and change it in the recipe. :)
Trish says
Feb 13, 2014 at 11:30 pmWhy the whole milk? Does 2% not work correctly with this recipe? Thanks! It sounds yummy!
Simply Kierste says
Feb 14, 2014 at 10:00 amWhole milk just gives it a richer taste. :) You can use 2% milk if you want to reduce the fat–it’s totally fine! xoxo
jmintuck02 says
Feb 21, 2014 at 3:09 amI am going to credit you for the image and add it to my blogger and pin it as well. I have a couple twists for it as well for other holidays as well. Thank you for this idea. I like it. I think it could be done with white chocolate as well.
Simply Kierste says
Feb 21, 2014 at 10:02 amOh yes–it’s definitely not just for Valentine’s Day! We love changing it up, and it’s a basic recipe that you can do pretty much anything with!! Thanks so much for dropping by!!!
Sara says
Dec 30, 2014 at 7:55 pmThis is so cute!! I will definitely be making this drink during the Valentine’s Day season!! Thanks for sharing!
Simply Kierste says
Dec 31, 2014 at 9:22 amThank you! It’s SO fun–perfect for Valentine’s Day!
D. HALL says
Jan 3, 2017 at 9:59 amWould using colored candy melts work the same, I wonder? That’s what I have, May need to experiment today ;)
Simply Kierste Design Co. says
Jan 3, 2017 at 11:46 amYou can definitely experiment with it, but they’re made a little differently than chocolate chips, so I’m not sure how it will work. If you try it, let me know!!! xoxo
Liz says
Jan 28, 2017 at 4:22 pmI have a group of about 20 that i would love to make this for, should i just double the recipe? Any suggestions? Thanks!
Simply Kierste Design Co. says
Jan 30, 2017 at 12:57 pmFor that many, you may want to triple it. We have a family of 8, and one batch is just enough for us! Lol.
Amber says
Feb 10, 2017 at 7:13 pmThinking about making this for my daughter’s school Valentine party. Could I add the food coloring and keep it hot in my crockpot, or will keeping it on the heat do something to the food coloring? Thanks
Simply Kierste Design Co. says
Feb 11, 2017 at 9:59 pmI’m honestly not sure, Amber, I’m sorry! I personally would be okay keeping it warm for my kids, but you may want to do a little searching online to see if you can find out anything before you decide. And if do, please let me know!!