Dairy-Free Hot Chocolate

A mug of hot chocolate topped with mini marshmallows, crushed candy cane, and mini chocolate chips.

5 from 1 vote

This dairy-free hot chocolate is the perfect treat for winter time. It has all the richness and creaminess of the classic hot chocolate without the dairy. Skip the store bought hot chocolate mixes and enjoy a homemade mug of hot chocolate!

Prep Time0

Cook Time5

Total Time5

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 133kcal

Author: Olivia & Annie

Ingredients

2 cups dairy-free milk of choice (coconut, almond, or cashew)
2 tablespoon cocoa powder (feel free to adjust to your preference)
1-2 tablespoon pure maple syrup
Small pinch of sea salt
1 tablespoon dairy-free chocolate chips, optional
Peppermint extract, optional

Instructions

Add the milk to a small pot over medium low heat. Whisk in the cocoa powder, pure maple syrup, sea salt, and dairy-free chocolate chips and a drop of peppermint extract if desired. Continually whisk until the cocoa is completely dissolved.
Remove the pan from the stove when the milk is warm and steaming. Do not let the milk boil. Serve in a mug with dairy-free whipped cream or mini marshmallows and crushed candy cane if desired.

Notes

This recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegetarian. Ensure that all of your ingredients are certified gluten-free if needed. For a vegan hot cocoa, be sure to use vegan marshmallows.

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