Salted Caramel White Hot Chocolate (Rich, Creamy & Indulgent)

This Salted Caramel White Hot Chocolate is creamy, buttery, and perfectly sweet with a hint of sea salt. A decadent winter drink that tastes like dessert in a mug!

Salted Caramel White Hot Chocolate: Cozy Luxury in a Cup

If you love caramel and white chocolate, this Salted Caramel White Hot Chocolate will make your heart melt. It’s rich, silky, and perfectly balanced — sweet and creamy with just the right touch of salt.

This is my go-to drink when I want something cozy and luxurious. The white chocolate melts beautifully into the milk, while the caramel adds depth and buttery flavor. Top it with whipped cream, a caramel drizzle, and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt — it’s a drink that feels as special as dessert, but easy enough for every chilly day.

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Servings: 2 mugs Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

For the Hot Chocolate:

• 2 cups whole milk (or milk of choice)

• ½ cup heavy cream

• ½ cup white chocolate chips (or chopped white chocolate bar)

• 2 tablespoons caramel sauce (plus more for topping)

• 1 tablespoon sugar (optional, adjust to taste)

• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

• Pinch of sea salt

For Topping:

• Whipped cream

• Caramel drizzle

• Flaky sea salt or coarse sugar

• White chocolate shavings (optional)

Instructions

1. Warm the Milk: In a small saucepan, combine milk and heavy cream. Heat over medium-low until hot but not boiling.

2. Add Chocolate and Caramel: Stir in white chocolate chips and caramel sauce. Whisk continuously until the chocolate melts and the mixture is smooth and creamy.

3. Flavor It: Add vanilla extract and a pinch of sea salt. Taste and adjust sweetness or salt as needed.

4. Serve: Pour into mugs and top with whipped cream, a drizzle of caramel, and a sprinkle of flaky salt. Add white chocolate shavings for an extra touch of indulgence.

Tips for the Best Salted Caramel White Hot Chocolate

• Use good-quality white chocolate — it makes all the difference.

• For extra richness, add a splash of sweetened condensed milk.

• Swap caramel for dulce de leche for a deeper flavor.

• Add a shot of espresso or Baileys for an adult version.

• Use coarse sea salt flakes on top — they balance the sweetness perfectly.

Final Thoughts

This Salted Caramel White Hot Chocolate is cozy, creamy, and utterly indulgent — the perfect drink to warm up a cold day or impress guests during the holidays. It’s like sipping pure comfort from a mug!

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