Description
Delicious Vegan Hot Chocolate is a rich, creamy, and comforting dairy-free drink that blends cocoa, cinnamon, and a hint of cayenne for a perfectly balanced winter warmer. This quick and easy recipe is ready in minutes, making it ideal for cozy nights, holiday gatherings, or a plant-based pick-me-up on cold days.
Ingredients
2 1/2 cups soy milk
3 tablespoons white sugar
3 tablespoons cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pinch ground cinnamon
1 pinch cayenne pepper
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine soy milk, sugar, cocoa powder, salt, vanilla, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium-high heat, whisking occasionally.
- Remove from heat and whisk until frothy.
- Pour into mugs and serve hot.
Notes
- Use any plant-based milk such as almond, oat, or coconut milk if preferred.
- Cayenne pepper is optional and can be adjusted for desired heat.
- Add a splash of brewed coffee or espresso for a mocha twist.
- Top with vegan whipped cream or dairy-free marshmallows for a festive touch.
- Store leftovers in the fridge and reheat gently on the stove.
- Prep Time: 2 mins
- Cook Time: 5 mins
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg