Indulge in a warm and comforting cup of Creamy Vegan Hot Cocoa. Made with dairy-free ingredients, this delicious hot cocoa recipe is perfect for those who follow a vegan or dairy-free lifestyle. The rich chocolatey flavor combined with creamy almond milk and a hint of vanilla will warm you up from the inside out. With just a few simple steps, you can enjoy a mug of this delicious hot cocoa in no time. Cozy up by the fireplace and sip on this decadent treat on a cold winter's day.
Ingredients
- 2 cups almond milk
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Directions
- In a small saucepan, heat the almond milk over medium heat until hot but not boiling.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
- Slowly pour the cocoa mixture into the hot almond milk while whisking continuously.
- Continue to whisk until the hot cocoa is smooth and creamy.
- Pour the hot cocoa into mugs and serve immediately.
Interesting Facts
Almond milk is a great dairy-free alternative that adds a subtle nutty flavor to this hot cocoa.
This recipe uses maple syrup as a natural sweetener, but you can adjust the amount to your taste.
For an extra indulgent treat, top your hot cocoa with vegan whipped cream or mini vegan marshmallows.