Description
Indulgent Mexican-inspired Vegan Hot Chocolate melts hearts with rich coconut milk and deep cocoa notes. Silky smooth spices dance through each sip, inviting warmth and comfort for chocolate enthusiasts seeking plant-based bliss.
Ingredients
Scale
Dairy Alternatives:
- 2 cups soy milk (or other non-dairy milk)
Chocolate and Sweeteners:
- 2 tablespoons chopped vegan dark chocolate
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
Thickeners and Spices:
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Toppings:
- Vegan marshmallows
- Grated vegan dark chocolate
Instructions
- Combine all dry ingredients in a saucepan, using a whisk to blend cocoa powder, sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, and salt until uniformly mixed.
- Pour soy milk slowly into the dry mixture, continuously whisking to ensure a smooth consistency and prevent any clumping.
- Position the saucepan over medium heat, stirring consistently for approximately 7 minutes until the liquid transforms into a thick, creamy texture.
- Remove the saucepan from heat source and incorporate chopped dark chocolate, whisking until completely dissolved and creating a silky-smooth liquid.
- Add vanilla extract, stirring gently to distribute the aromatic flavor throughout the hot chocolate.
- Transfer the rich, velvety mixture into serving mugs, distributing evenly between two vessels.
- Optional: Embellish the hot chocolate with a sprinkle of vegan marshmallows and delicate chocolate shavings for an indulgent finishing touch.
Notes
- Use a high-quality cocoa powder with deep, rich flavor for the most indulgent hot chocolate experience.
- Whisk dry ingredients thoroughly to eliminate any potential cornstarch clumps that might affect the smooth texture.
- Opt for a dairy-free dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa content to ensure a more intense and less sweet final drink.
- Experiment with alternative milk options like almond, oat, or coconut milk to discover your preferred creamy base that complements the chocolate’s richness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 19 g
- Sodium: 110 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg