This coconut white hot chocolate recipe is truly comforting.
A simple coconut flavored white hot chocolate that is a delightful change from your everyday hot chocolate.
This isn’t just any white hot chocolate, this is coconut-flavored white hot chocolate! This coconut white hot chocolate is made with half and half, coconut milk, Splenda Sugar Substitute, and creamy and sweet chopped white chocolate. A little vanilla and coconut extract bring it all together. The coconut milk brings forth the deep coconut flavor and while the white chocolate adds creaminess, what makes this rich chocolate sweet is the Splenda Sweetener that is whisked right.
Coconut Hot Chocolate
The crowning glory to this coconut milk hot chocolate is the toasted coconut. I made this in advance and sprinkled this right on top upon serving. The end result was a very rich, creamy, WHITE alternative to your traditional hot chocolate. It is sweet without being overly sweet, it is luscious and smooth with a slightly nutty taste. This white hot chocolate recipe is like an irresistible drinkable dessert!
Ingredients
- Coconut milk
- Half and half
- Splenda
- White chocolate
- Vanilla extract
- Coconut extract
- Toasted coconut
How to Make Coconut White Hot Chocolate Recipe
- Place your saucepan over medium heat and whisk in the coconut milk, half and half, and sweetener. When the sweetener has fully dissolved, stir in the white chocolate.
- Next, stir in the extracts and heat the pot until the mixture has thickened.
- Pour the cocoa into two drinking mugs, dividing evenly between them.
- Top with toasted coconut.
- Serve immediately.
FAQs
Does this recipe use canned coconut milk or a refrigerated carton?
I used a carton of Almondmilk coconut blend but you can use either one for this recipe and it is sure to turn out quite tasty either way!
Can you make hot chocolate with coconut milk?
Yes, as you can see here that we have done exactly that. Making this hot chocolate with coconut milk is a great way to add in that subtle coconut flavor and creamy goodness that we want in every mug.
Do you serve hot chocolate with whipped cream or marshmallows?
this cocoa is one that would be better served with a nice whipped cream either from the can or homemade. Not only would it add to the creamy goodness in every sip, but it would also help to prevent the toasted coconut topping from sinking to the bottom of the mug.
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Coconut White Hot Chocolate
Rich and creamy white hot chocolate with a hint of coconut.
Ingredients
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 cups half and half
- 2 tablespoons SPLENDA® No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated
- 8 oz chopped white chocolate
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/2 teaspoon coconut extract
- 2 tablespoons toasted coconut for garnish
Instructions
- Place a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk together the coconut milk, half and half and sweetener. When sweetener has dissolved, stir in white chocolate. Stir in extracts and heat just until mixture thickens.
- Pour cocoa into two mugs and top with toasted coconut. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
Yield
2Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 1164Total Fat 87gSaturated Fat 62gTrans Fat 1gUnsaturated Fat 22gCholesterol 109mgSodium 281mgCarbohydrates 85gFiber 1gSugar 79gProtein 17g
Kacey @ The Cookie Writer says
I had to share this on social media when I saw it! I love coconut hot chocolates, and white hot chocolate, so the fact you combined the two has made me so happy! It will quench my cravings of the two for now 🙂
Lemonsforlulu says
Thank you!
Taylor @ Food Faith Fitness says
I can’t lie, I’m one of those chocolate package flavored water people…but you may have changed that! I love that you used Splenda to keep it lighter…and white hot chocolate is my fav! Pinned!
Lisa @ Wine & Glue says
This looks AMAZING Tanya. Those little toasted flakes of coconut totally have me sold. YUM!
Medeja says
Yummy! Sweet and warming..
Amy Stafford says
Love how you made hot choocolate so gourmet! Coconut and white chocolate… “hello delicious!”
Julie @ Julie's Eats & Treats says
Mmmmm that toasted coconut has me licking my lips!
Taylor @ The Girls on Bloor says
Wow these look absolutely amazing! Great news for me because I’m obsessed with coconut these days. I eat coconut chips by the handful I swear. Coconut and white chocolate as a combo just sounds over the top!!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
I’l take two! LOVE me some toasted coconut and white hot chocolate is my JAM!
Carrie @Frugal Foodie Mama says
This hot chocolate sounds amazing! I have to admit that I turn to the hot cocoa packets very often- mainly because I have a lactose intolerance and making it with water doesn’t bother my tummy. But you made this one with coconut milk, so I definitely need to give this recipe a go soon! Can’t wait to try it! 🙂
Erin @ Texanerin Baking says
Those weird marshmallows in the packets kind of freak me out. What are they?!
I like this way better! Love that you cut down on the sugar with the help of Splenda. By the way, the Ahalogy box pops up over your “Join Our Newsletter” box on the bottom right of the screen. Feel free to delete this part of my comment. 😉
Erin @ Dinners, Dishes, and Desserts says
This looks like such a great way to warm up on a cold day!
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says
I just recently started making my own hot chocolate and I’ll never use a packet again! Love the splenda in this one, it’s perfect!
Cathy Trochelman says
Ooooh my goodness the coconut! I love this hot chocolate and the fact that it’s sweetened with Splenda makes it that much more “guilt free”! 🙂
sue|theviewfromgreatisland says
This sounds so luxurious!
Jen says
Does this recipe used canned coconut milk or the refrigerated carton?
Lemonsforlulu says
I used a carton of Almondmilk coconut blend.