Vegan Hot Chocolate

This velvety Vegan Hot Chocolate recipe is dairy-free, and made with all-natural ingredients. Cozy up to the fireplace with a mug full of rich and chocolatey hot chocolate that is completely homemade, in just minutes.

Top view photo of a glass mug filled with Vegan Hot Chocolate and mini marshmallows. There is a wooden bowl with marshmallows below the mug and another mug of hot chocolate above the center mug.

WHY THIS VEGAN HOT CHOCOLATE RECIPE IS SO GOOD

  • It’s made with dairy-free milk, and you can choose your favorite type. I like to use almond milk or oat milk, but any milk-like beverage works!
  • Vegan marshmallows are a must if you want to get the full hot chocolate experience, without any animal products. Trader Joe’s sells vegan mini marshmallows, or you can order Dandies marshmallows online.
  • We’re making this dairy-free hot chocolate a decadent double-chocolate treat! Both unsweetened cocoa powder and vegan chocolate chips are stirred into the mix.
  • A dollop of Aquafaba Whipped Cream will also add even more deliciousness to this hot chocolate!

TIPS AND TRICKS FOR MAKING VEGAN HOT CHOCOLATE

  • This recipe serves 3-4 people, depending on the size of your mugs. Feel free to scale the recipe up or down as needed though.
  • For parties, make a big batch of hot cocoa, then transfer it to a small crockpot to keep it warm. Be sure to stir well when serving. 
  • If you can’t find vegan marshmallows, top your hot chocolate with a drizzle of melted chocolate, chocolate sauce, or a dollop of coconut whipped cream.
  • Adjust the sweetness if needed. Some vegan chocolate chips are less sweet than others. I usually taste the cocoa before I serve it, and add a bit more sugar if I need to.
Photo of a glass mug willed with Vegan Hot Chocolate and mini marshmallows. There is a kitchen towel to the left of the mug, and another mug of hot chocolate behind the center mug.

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Photo of Vegan Hot Chocolate in a glass mug, with vegan marshmallows on top. There is a wood bowl with marshmallows to the right of the mug and a kitchen towel to the left of the mug.

Vegan Hot Chocolate

Cindy
This velvety Vegan Hot Chocolate recipe is dairy-free, and made with all-natural ingredients. Cozy up to the fireplace with a mug full of rich and chocolatey hot chocolate that is completely homemade, in just minutes.
Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Drink Recipes
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 169 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups unsweetened almond milk or other non-dairy milk of choice
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup vegan chocolate chips
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar or sweetener of choice
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • pinch salt
  • vegan marshmallows for topping optional

Instructions
 

  • In a medium saucepan, add almond milk, cocoa powder, vegan chocolate chips, and granulated sugar. Whisk to combine.
    Top view photo of a saucepan with almond milk, vegan chocolate chips, cocoa powder, and granulated sugar, ready to mix with a wire whisk.
  • Turn the heat to medium and whisk as the mixture warms and the chocolate chips melt.
    Top view photo of a saucepan with almond milk, vegan chocolate chips, cocoa powder, and granulated sugar whisked together until combined.
  • Once the chocolate chips have melted, remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
    Top view photo of a saucepan with Vegan Hot Chocolate, cooling down until it is ready to serve.
  • Pour into mugs and top with vegan marshmallows.
    Photo of Vegan Hot Chocolate in a glass mug, with vegan marshmallows on top. There is a wood bowl with marshmallows to the right of the mug and a kitchen towel to the left of the mug.

Notes

  • This recipe will serve 3-4 depending on how big your mugs are. You can scale the recipe up or down, depending on your needs. 
  • For parties, make a big batch and keep the hot cocoa warm in a small crockpot. Be sure to stir well when serving. 
  • Instead of vegan marshmallows, you can top the hot chocolate with a drizzle of melted chocolate, peanut butter, or a dollop of vegan coconut whipped cream.
  • If your vegan chocolate chips are not very sweet, you may want to add more sugar to the mixture. I like to taste and adjust the sweetness of the hot chocolate before serving.
  • Feel free to add other flavorings to turn this hot chocolate into a gourmet beverage. 
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