Starbucks White Hot Chocolate In The Instant Pot
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Do you love Starbucks white hot chocolate?
Are you looking for a quick and easy way to make a Starbucks copycat version of white hot chocolate?
Look no further! This recipe is perfect for anyone who has ever wanted to recreate the taste of this favorite holiday drink!
If you’re craving a tasty holiday drink, but you don’t want to spend a lot at Starbucks – this recipe is for you.
Or you want real ingredients beyond the pre-made hot chocolate packets. Then this recipe is for you, too!
What is the best hot chocolate from Starbucks?
The answer to this is simple. The easy to order and even easier to make at home – white hot chocolate!
Discover this perfect indulgence this holiday season. This Starbucks-inspired drink is rich, creamy, and surprisingly addictive!
Covered in whipped cream and sprinkled with cinnamon (optional), you’ll find yourself sippin’ on happiness like nothing ever before.
What is Starbucks white hot chocolate?
Trademark note: In the spirit of transparency, I want to note that this is a copycat recipe for an existing product.
Starbucks White Hot Chocolate is a proprietary brand that I want to acknowledge and give credit to!
For this copycat version of Starbucks’ iconic white holiday hot chocolate, the ingredients are straightforward and simple: (vanilla almond bark, milk, heavy cream, and vanilla extract).
4 real ingredients with no artificial flavors or sugar substitutes. This recipe is fast, and best of all – it tastes just like what you would get at your local Starbucks store!
What’s in Starbucks white hot chocolate?
Starbucks white hot chocolate will make your heart melt.
It starts with the delicately sweet vanilla almond bark that melts so smooth and not lumpy like white chocolate. (Unlike milk and dark chocolate, white chocolate is not even really chocolate – but that’s a separate conversation covered later!)
Then the creamy texture from the whipping cream. Plus a dash of delicious vanilla extract for an authentic and divine flavor!
Can you make this recipe with white chocolate candy melts?
White chocolate doesn’t melt as evenly as almond bark. And technically, white chocolate is not chocolate since it doesn’t contain chocolate solids.
So it’s much easier to use vanilla almond bark for this recipe. Almond bark gets its name from its original use, covering almonds, nuts, and candy because it’s so easy to melt.
How particular is it to have the chips be white chocolate vs. white chocolate morsels?
To keep this recipe easy, I wouldn’t suggest trying to melt small white chocolate chips or chocolate morsels for this recipe.
Instead, keep it simple with the large portions accustomed to almond bark.
How do you make Starbucks white hot chocolate?
Why spend your hard-earned bucks on one little cup of deliciousness when you can make it for less at home?
Simply put all ingredients in an Instant Pot (or slow cooker) and heat them until the almond bark is melted. The process doesn’t take long at all!
Could this be done in a Crockpot?
Yes. Because this is a slow cooker recipe, you can just as easily make this white hot chocolate in a Crockpot.
With just four ingredients, you can enjoy your way into winter in sweet style with the decadent indulgence that only an all-natural white hot chocolate delivers.
Who knew this Starbucks white hot chocolate recipe was so easy?
You know now!
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Starbucks white hot chocolate recipe
What do you need to make white hot chocolate?
Ingredients
- 1¼ cups of vanilla almond bark
- 4 cups of milk
- ¾ cup of heavy whipping cream
- ½ a tablespoon of vanilla extract
Instructions for homemade white hot chocolate in the Instant Pot
- Remove the Instant Pot lid and add all ingredients (almond bark, milk, heavy whipping cream, and vanilla extract) to the stainless steel inner pot.
- Turn the slow cook setting on high for 30 minutes.
- With the Instant Pot lid off, stir the mixture every 5-10 minutes until the almond bark is completely melted.
- Once the almond bark is melted, lower the Instant Pot setting to ‘keep warm’ even if you have not used all 30 minutes of the slow cook time.
- Serve and enjoy this copycat Starbucks white hot chocolate with your favorite toppings (marshmallows, sprinkles, chocolate syrup, chocolate shavings, caramel, cinnamon sticks, or peppermint)!
How much is a grande white hot chocolate at Starbucks?
Rich, luscious, and creamy white hot chocolate, this divine beverage comprises a thick and rich swirl of white chocolate sauce and steamed milk. This seasonal hot chocolate drink is just under $4.00 in the grande size when it’s available on the menu.
Starbucks tops their white hot chocolate with velvety whipped cream for that inviting hint of sweetness.
Starbucks white hot chocolate FAQs
How many calories are in a Starbucks white hot chocolate?
According to the Starbucks menu, there are 440 calories in a grande hot chocolate from Starbucks, out of which 170 calories are from fats.
How much caffeine is in Starbucks white hot chocolate?
White hot chocolate doesn’t contain coffee or caffeine (caffeine count: 0 mg).
What is in a Starbucks white chocolate mocha?
White chocolate sauce and espresso – the perfect match if you like strong coffee with a sweet flavor. Made for each other – these two favorites are mixed with steamed milk and topped off with sweetened whipped cream.
The best kind of treat – smooth and indulgent flavors in one cup to create a supreme white chocolate mocha delight you can enjoy any time of day!
How many calories are in a white chocolate mocha?
There are 430 calories in a grande white chocolate mocha from Starbucks, out of which 160 calories are from fats.
What is the caffeine content of Starbucks white chocolate mocha?
White chocolate mocha contains 150 mg of caffeine.
How much is a grande white chocolate mocha at Starbucks?
White chocolate mocha costs $4.45 at Starbucks.
What is in Starbucks peppermint white hot chocolate?
Another Starbucks white chocolate variety with a twist! This pretty peppermint addition features vanilla mocha sauce, traditional peppermint syrup, steamed milk, whipped cream, and dark chocolate curls.
Perfect for those who want some light dairy but still desire the creaminess of the white chocolate mocha sauce. And the peppermint-flavored syrup will tantalize your senses as you sip from this delightful drink. It’s not too sweet, just rich enough to spice up the chilly weather!
Check out this recipe HERE for how to make peppermint syrup for your very own homemade peppermint mocha. Spoiler alert: the main ingredient is a candy cane! (Although I suppose you could use peppermint extract or any other peppermint candy.)
How much does Starbucks peppermint white hot chocolate cost?
The peppermint hot chocolate costs $4.45 per the Starbucks menu.
Is peppermint hot chocolate seasonal at Starbucks?
Peppermint hot chocolate is a year-round drink at Starbucks.
Can you buy Starbucks hot chocolate mix?
Yes, you can. Sipping rich, smooth, velvety chocolate goodness is now as easy as 1-2-3—a blend of real dark chocolate and ethically sourced cocoa for a rich, velvety taste.
Who says you have to be at the counter for a delicious hot cocoa experience?
With the Starbucks hot chocolate recipe, you can always indulge in an old faithful favorite. Whether that’s sipping by moonlight on your patio. Or just enjoying it out of your favorite coffee mug on your way to work.
If you’re feeling fancy, you can blend an addition of Starbucks espresso roast or dark roast coffee to make this copycat recipe an authentic café mocha experience!
You could even ice this baby for a cold white mocha frappuccino!
What white chocolate syrup does Starbucks use?
Starbucks uses Fontana White Chocolate Mocha Sauce.
It’s a fan favorite, so Starbucks charges more to add this white chocolate syrup – more than any of their other syrups or flavorings!
White chocolate mocha sauce is sweet and creamy white chocolate goodness that you dare not miss!
But you don’t have to pay the extra amount to have it!
Simply make this velvety white hot chocolate recipe in the comfort of your own home – and don’t forget to top it off with whipped cream!
Warm yourself up this holiday season with this homemade white hot chocolate recipe. It’ll warm you right up with its rich taste and aroma!
When you do return to Starbucks, try a festive pumpkin spice latte or my favorite secret menu drink, caramel apple spice.
Check out my feature in Refinery29 talking about my favorite Starbucks secret menu drink HERE!
This post appeared first on ShaundaNecole.com on December 26, 2020.
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Equipment
- Instant Pot electric pressure cooker
Ingredients
- 1¼ cups almond bark vanilla
- 4 cups milk
- ¾ cup heavy whipping cream
- ½ tablespoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Remove the Instant Pot lid and add all ingredients (almond bark, milk, heavy whipping cream, and vanilla extract) to the stainless steel inner pot.
- Turn the slow cook setting on high for 30 minutes.
- With the Instant Pot lid off, stir the mixture every 5-10 minutes until the almond bark is completely melted.
- Once the almond bark is melted, lower the Instant Pot setting to ‘keep warm’ even if you have not used all 30 minutes of the slow cook time.
- Serve and enjoy this copycat Starbucks white hot chocolate with your favorite toppings (marshmallows, sprinkles, chocolate syrup, chocolate shavings, caramel, cinnamon sticks, or peppermint)!
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