Vegan Hot Chocolate

Name: Vegan Hot Chocolate
Prep time: 3 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 18 min
Ingredients: 6 ounces (170g) 70% dark chocolate, chopped; 4 cups (960 mL) oat milk (or soy milk); 1 (13.5-ounce/400 mL) can of “lite” coconut milk*; 1/4 cup maple syrup (80g) or organic cane sugar (50g), (plus more to taste**); 2 teaspoons espresso powder or instant coffee powder ((optional)); ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt; 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract***; 1/2 cup (48g) Dutch process cocoa powder****; vegan whipped cream or whipped topping, (vegan marshmallows, dairy-free chocolate shavings or chocolate chips)

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Prep Time: 3 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total: 18 minutes

Servings: 8

vegan hot chocolate

Ingredients

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6 ounces (170 grams) 70% dark chocolate, chopped4 cups (960 mL) oat milk (or soy milk)1 (13.5-ounce 400 mL) can of “lite” coconut milk*1/4 cup maple syrup (80 grams) or organic cane sugar (50 grams), (plus more to taste**)2 teaspoons espresso powder or instant coffee powder ((optional))¼ teaspoon fine sea salt2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract***1/2 cup (48 grams) Dutch process cocoa powder****vegan whipped cream or whipped topping, (vegan marshmallows, dairy-free chocolate shavings or chocolate chips)

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Instructions

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Step 1

Add the oat milk and lite coconut milk to a 4-quart / 4L (or larger) saucepan or Dutch oven (to prevent overflow).* Add the chopped chocolate, maple syrup or sugar, espresso (if using), salt, and vanilla. Use a fine mesh sieve or sifter to sift the cocoa powder directly into the pan (or sift in advance, then add). Sifting removes the clumps, making it easier to whisk.

Step 2

Bring to a rapid simmer over medium heat, whisking frequently to incorporate the cocoa powder into the milk.Simmer for 8 to 10 minutes, whisking occasionally until the hot chocolate has slightly thickened (it will thicken quite a bit more as it rests). Note: Once it comes to a simmer, it will expand in volume and rise upwards, so lower the heat as needed to prevent it from bubbling up.

Step 3

Cool for 5 to 10 minutes (it'll burn your mouth otherwise!). Whisk again and give it a taste. If desired, sweeten to taste with sugar or maple syrup.Add optional toppings such as whipped cream and shaved chocolate. Enjoy!