Creamy Hot Chocolate
Indulge in this luxuriously creamy vegan hot chocolate, featuring a decadent blend of high-quality dark chocolate and rich cocoa powder. A combination of oat milk and lite coconut milk creates a velvety texture that perfectly balances the intense chocolate flavor, while a hint of espresso powder enhances every sip. This stovetop treat is a grown-up version of the childhood classic, perfect for winter nights and best enjoyed with vegan marshmallows or whipped cream.
Instructions
- 1
Combine the oat milk (4 cup), reduced fat coconut milk (1 can), dark chocolate (6 oz), maple syrup (0.25 cup), espresso powder (2 tsp), sea salt (0.25 tsp), and vanilla extract (2 tsp) in a large saucepan.
- 2
Using a fine mesh sieve, sift in cocoa powder (0.5 cup) to ensure no clumps remain.
- 3
Bring to a simmer over medium heat and maintain for 10 minutes, whisking frequently until the chocolate is melted and the mixture has thickened slightly.
- 4
Remove from heat and let rest for 10 minutes to thicken further.
- 5
Pour into mugs and top with vegan marshmallows (1 handful) and vegan whipped cream (1 sprinkle) if desired.
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