Introduction:
If chocolate-dipped strawberries had a winter soulmate, it would be Strawberry Hot Chocolate. This drink is
rich, creamy, and deeply chocolatey, but it has a bright strawberry twist that makes it taste extra special—like a dessert you
can sip. It’s perfect for cold nights, movie marathons, Valentine’s Day, holiday parties, or anytime you want hot chocolate
that feels a little more “wow.”
The best strawberry hot chocolate is made with real strawberry flavor, not just syrup. That’s why this recipe
starts with a quick strawberry sauce (fresh or frozen berries) that blends into warm milk and cocoa. The result is smooth,
naturally fruity, and balanced—sweet enough to feel indulgent, but not so sweet that it tastes artificial.
You can keep it classic and cozy, or take it over the top with whipped cream, strawberry drizzle, mini marshmallows, and
chocolate shavings. Either way, it’s a guaranteed “one more cup” kind of drink.
Ingredients:
Strawberry base
- 1 cup strawberries (fresh or frozen)
- 2–3 tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp water
- 1 tsp lemon juice (optional, brightens strawberry flavor)
Hot chocolate
- 2 cups milk (whole milk is creamiest; any milk works)
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp chocolate chips or chopped chocolate (semi-sweet or dark)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Optional “extra cozy” add-ins
- 2 tbsp heavy cream (richer texture)
- 1/4 tsp strawberry extract (boosts strawberry, optional)
- 1 tbsp white chocolate chips (for a strawberries-and-cream vibe)
Toppings (pick your favorites)
- Whipped cream
- Chocolate shavings or cocoa dust
- Strawberry sauce drizzle
- Mini marshmallows
- Crushed freeze-dried strawberries
- Chocolate-dipped strawberry garnish
