Description
This Creamiest Vegan Hot Chocolate is rich, velvety, and indulgent—made with plant-based milk, real dark chocolate, and naturally sweetened for the perfect cozy drink.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups unsweetened almond milk (or any plant-based milk)
- 1/2 cup canned full-fat coconut milk
- 1/4 cup dairy-free dark chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup (or to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the almond milk and coconut milk.
- Whisk in the cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
- Add the dark chocolate and stir until completely melted and the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Heat until hot but not boiling, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching.
- Serve immediately in mugs. Optionally top with dairy-free whipped cream or vegan marshmallows.
Notes
- Use oat milk or soy milk for a thicker texture.
- Adjust the sweetness to your preference by adding more or less maple syrup.
- For a spiced version, add a pinch of cinnamon or a dash of chili powder.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg