Warm up your soul with this rich, creamy, and entirely plant-based hot cocoa. Perfect for chilly evenings, this recipe uses simple, wholesome ingredients to deliver that classic comfort-food taste without any dairy or refined sugars.
Ingredients
- 2 cups unsweetened almond or oat milk
- 2 tablespoons high-quality cocoa powder
- 1-2 tablespoons maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- A pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, whisk together the cocoa powder and a splash of milk until smooth.
- Stir in the remaining milk, maple syrup, and sea salt.
- Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until hot but not boiling.
- Remove from heat, stir in the vanilla extract, and pour into your favorite mug.
- Enjoy as-is or top with coconut whipped cream!