Introduction

Unicorn Hot Chocolate is a magical twist on the classic drink, featuring creamy white chocolate and a lovely pink hue. This whimsical treat is perfect for cozy evenings or fun gatherings, topped with colorful sprinkles and marshmallows.

The image shows a clear glass mug filled with a pastel pink milkshake. On top, there are thick layers of white whipped cream twisted into soft peaks, decorated with colorful small marshmallows in pastel shades of pink, orange, green, and purple. Pink syrup drips from the whipped cream down the side of the mug. The rim of the mug is coated with white frosting and covered with blue and white sugar crystals. A white and pink striped paper straw is placed into the drink. The mug sits on a white marbled texture surface with scattered pastel marshmallows around it. In the background, a similar drink in a white mug is slightly out of focus. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1¾ cup whole milk
¼ cup heavy cream
5 tbsp white hot chocolate mix
Pink food coloring
⅓ cup white candy melts (optional)
Sprinkles (optional)
Optional garnishes: melted pink candy melts, whipped topping, additional sprinkles, mini marshmallows

Instructions

Step 1: In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, combine the milk and heavy cream. Heat until bubbles start forming around the edges, stirring occasionally. This takes about 3 minutes.
Step 2: Whisk in the white hot chocolate mix until fully dissolved, then stir in your desired amount of pink food coloring to achieve a pastel pink color.
Step 3: (Optional) To create a chocolate sprinkle rim, melt the white candy melts in the microwave, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth.
Step 4: Dip the rim of each glass into the melted candy, then immediately dip into sprinkles. Let the rims set for 1-2 minutes before pouring the hot chocolate.
Step 5: Remove the hot chocolate from heat and pour it evenly into two mugs (10 ounces or larger recommended for toppings).
Step 6: Top each mug with whipped cream, mini marshmallows, extra sprinkles, and melted colored candy melts as desired.
Step 7: Serve warm for a cozy drink, or chill if you prefer it cold.

Tips & Variations

Use whole milk for the creamiest texture, but you can substitute with almond or oat milk for a dairy-free version.
Add a drop of vanilla extract for extra depth of flavor.
Swap pink food coloring with other colors to create different “unicorn” variations.
Use mini marshmallows or candy pearls for fun texture contrast.

Storage

Store leftover hot chocolate in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently on the stove or microwave, stirring occasionally to maintain creaminess. Do not store with whipped toppings or sprinkles; add these fresh before serving.

How to Serve

The image shows a three-layered drink in a short, clear white glass. The bottom layer is pale pink milk. The middle layer is a thick ring of small bright pink sprinkles around the rim of the glass. The top layer is a large swirl of white whipped cream covered with small colorful marshmallows and pink and purple round sprinkles, with a soft pink drizzle over the whipped cream. The glass sits on a white marbled surface with a white bowl filled with purple and blue sprinkles nearby, and a cloth and pastel striped straws in the background. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make Unicorn Hot Chocolate without candy melts?

Yes, the candy melts are optional and mainly used for decorative rims and drizzles. The drink itself is delicious on its own.

How can I make this drink vegan?

Use plant-based milk such as almond, soy, or oat milk and substitute whipped topping with a non-dairy alternative. Make sure your white hot chocolate mix is vegan or use a suitable vegan white chocolate.

Unicorn Hot Chocolate Recipe

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Unicorn Hot Chocolate is a whimsical and colorful twist on classic white hot chocolate. This creamy drink combines whole milk, heavy cream, and a smooth white hot chocolate mix, enhanced with vibrant pink food coloring and optional decorative garnishes like candy melt rims, sprinkles, and mini marshmallows. Perfect for a fun and magical treat, served warm or cold.

Author: Kai
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Yield: 2 servings 1x
Category: Beverage
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients

1¾ cup whole milk
¼ cup heavy cream
5 tbsp white hot chocolate mix
Pink food coloring, to taste

Optional Decoration

⅓ cup white candy melts
Sprinkles, as desired
Whipped topping
Mini marshmallows
Melted pink or colored candy melts for drizzling

Instructions

Heat liquids: In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, combine the whole milk and heavy cream. Heat gently, stirring occasionally, until the mixture starts to bubble around the edges, approximately 3 minutes.
Mix hot chocolate: Whisk the white hot chocolate mix into the warmed milk and cream until fully dissolved. Stir in the pink food coloring to achieve your desired shade.
Melt candy melts (optional): In the microwave, melt the white candy melts in short intervals of 30 seconds, stirring between each, until smooth.
Prepare sprinkle rim (optional): Dip each serving glass into the melted candy melts, then immediately dip into sprinkles to coat the rim. Allow the coating to set for 1 to 2 minutes before filling.
Serve hot chocolate: Remove the hot chocolate from heat and carefully pour it into the prepared mugs, ideally 10 ounces or larger, to allow space for toppings.
Add toppings: Generously top each cup with whipped cream, mini marshmallows, additional sprinkles, and drizzle with melted colored candy melts for a magical finish.
Enjoy warm or cold: Serve your unicorn hot chocolate warm for a cozy treat or chill it for a fun, refreshing drink.

Notes

Use 10-ounce or larger mugs to have enough space for toppings.
Adjust the amount of pink food coloring to customize the color intensity.
White candy melts and sprinkles can be omitted or substituted to suit dietary preferences.
For a dairy-free version, substitute whole milk and heavy cream with plant-based alternatives.
Preparation time may vary slightly if melting candy melts is skipped.

Keywords: Unicorn Hot Chocolate, White Hot Chocolate, Pink Hot Chocolate, Festive Drink, Winter Beverage, Whipped Cream, Candy Melt Rim