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    Published: Nov 24, 2021 · Modified: Dec 20, 2021 by Kayla with Leave a Comment

    Vegan Hot Cocoa

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    Thanksgiving is here and Christmas is soon approaching. That means it's time for alllll the hot cocoa sipping. I've been making this recipe for years, even before I was dairy free. I've made a couple of swaps since then to make this vegan hot cocoa not only dairy free, but refined sugar free as well and oh. my. goodness! It may be even better than the original.

    Vegan Hot Cocoa

    Even still when I make one batch of this, my husband always begs me to make double because it's seriously so addicting. You can't get this kind of flavor from a packet. It only takes few ingredients and a few minutes of your time. It's absolutely worth it! Although, you may or may not want to consider making extra because whoever you are serving will request it. Just a heads up!

    Ingredients You'll Need

    Unsweetened cocoa powder- I like to use cacao powder, it's a little less processed than cocoa powder but I have used both before and either will work perfectly!

    Pure maple syrup

    Coarse kosher salt

    Water

    Unsweetened almond milk- I like to use my homemade almond milk because it has no after taste and is just simply delicious. If you've read any of my blog posts, you know this is what I use for just about all of my baking and cooking. For a good reason, too! Another great option would be my homemade cashew milk, which only requires a blender. You could also use your favorite tasting plant milk!

    Pure vanilla extract

    How to Make it

    In a pan, mix the dry ingredients

    Add water and bring to a boil while whisking, then briefly remove from heat so that the mixture does not burn

    Next, add the almond milk

    Heat the hot cocoa until it is the temperature you like

    Remove from the heat, add the vanilla, stir and serve

    You can optionally top with vegan marshmallows, or regular if you are not vegan, as well as dairy-free shaved dark chocolate for a beautiful and delicious addition

    Enjoy!

    Other beverages you may like:

    Healthy Pumpkin Spice Latte

    Healthy Vegan Chocolate Milk

    If you try this Vegan Hot Cocoa, please leave a review and let me know if you enjoyed it! Also, snap a picture and tag me on Instagram @thedairyfreemenu. I'd love to hear from you!

    Vegan Hot Cocoa

    Vegan Hot Cocoa

    Kayla
    This Vegan Hot Cocoa is incredibly addictive and will easily become your go to hot cocoa recipe that everyone will be begging for more of! You may want to consider making a second batch, as your family or guests will likely be insistent on it!
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    Prep Time 2 mins
    Cook Time 5 mins
    Total Time 7 mins
    Course Drinks
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4
    Calories 159 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa or cacao powder
    • ½ cup pure maple syrup
    • ½ teaspoon coarse kosher salt
    • ⅓ cup water
    • 4 cups unsweetened almond milk
    • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

    Instructions
     

    • In a saucepan, mix the dry ingredients
    • Add water and bring to a boil while whisking, then briefly remove from heat so that the mixture does not burn
    • Add the almond milk and whisk to combine
    • Heat until the hot cocoa is the temperature you like
    • Remove from heat, add the vanilla, stir and serve
    • You can optionally top with vegan marshmallows, or regular if you aren't vegan, as well as shaved dairy-free dark chocolate for a beautiful and delicious addition 
    • Enjoy!

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1cupCalories: 159kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 622mgPotassium: 174mgFiber: 3gSugar: 25gCalcium: 352mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword dairy free hot cocoa, hot chocolate recipe, hot cocoa recipe, vegan hot chocolate, vegan hot cocoa
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

    **Note: Nutrition label is just an estimate. Amounts may vary**

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