Oat Milk Hot Cocoa
This healthy oat milk hot cocoa is so creamy and easy to make. It is made with simple, plant-based ingredients which make it vegan, dairy-free, and naturally gluten-free. You can make this cozy hot chocolate on the stove or in the microwave in less than 5 minutes! It tastes like chocolate cake donuts.
Equipment
- 1 Small Saucepan
- 1 16-ounce Mug
Ingredients
- 2 cups unsweetened oat milk
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cacao powder
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon or nutmeg
- pinch of salt optional
Optional Toppings
- vegan marshmallows
- coconut whipped cream
- frothed oat milk
- dash of cinnamon
Instructions
- Add the oat milk to a small saucepan over low to medium heat. Cook for 2-3 minutes to heat the milk, but do not let it boil.2 cups unsweetened oat milk
- Add the cacao powder, maple syrup, ground cinnamon, and pinch of salt. Stir continuously until dissolved, about 2-3 minutes.3 tablespoons unsweetened cacao powder, 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup, ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, pinch of salt
- Remove from the heat and pour the hot cocoa into a mug. Top with dairy-free coconut whipped cream, vegan marshmallows, or a dash of cinnamon if desired.coconut whipped cream, vegan marshmallows, dash of cinnamon
- If you'd like sweeter hot cocoa, stir in an additional tablespoon of maple syrup.
Notes
Adjust the amount of maple syrup in the recipe to achieve the desired sweetness.
You can use almond milk, soy milk, or other plant milk in this recipe if desired.
This recipe makes one 16-ounce serving of hot cocoa. Double the batch to make enough for two people.