Description
A simple recipe for rich, dairy-free hot chocolate using coconut cream for a creamy texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups unsweetened plant milk (soy, almond, or oat)
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup (or to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 2 tablespoons full-fat coconut cream (from the top of a chilled can)
Instructions
- Pour the plant milk into a small saucepan.
- Add the cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt to the saucepan.
- Heat the mixture over medium heat, whisking constantly until it is hot and the cocoa powder is fully dissolved. Do not let it boil.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat.
- Stir in the coconut cream until it is completely melted and incorporated, making the cocoa creamy.
- Pour into mugs and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a thicker drink, reduce the amount of plant milk slightly.
- If you prefer a less sweet drink, start with 1 tablespoon of maple syrup and adjust.
- You can top this cocoa with vegan marshmallows if desired.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 5 min
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20
- Sodium: 80
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Unsaturated Fat: 3
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 28
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 6
- Cholesterol: 0
Keywords: vegan hot cocoa, coconut cream hot chocolate, dairy-free cocoa, plant-based drink