How to Make Creamy Vegan Hot Chocolate

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This creamy vegan hot chocolate is super chocolaty, indulgent, and dairy-free. It's a quick and easy recipe with just 4 simple ingredients:  oat milk, maple syrup, cocoa powder, and semi-sweet chocolate. Make it with your stovetop or microwave; either way, it's the perfect cozy  beverage for chilly days and nights!

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– maple syrup – cocoa powder – vanilla oat milk (unsweetened) – vegan dark chocolate

Recipe Ingredients

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In a small saucepan over low heat, whisk maple syrup, cocoa powder, and ½ cup of oat milk for 1 minute.

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Whisk in remaining amount of oat milk and pinch of salt. Increase heat to medium and bring mixture to a simmer, about 5 minutes, stirring  occasionally, until no lumps of cocoa powder remain.

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Turn off heat and add chopped chocolate. Whisk until fully melted and mixture is smooth. Garnish with preferred toppings.

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* Dairy-free whipped cream - Make a batch of coconut whipped cream or buy dairy-free whipped cream. * Marshmallows - The classic topper for hot chocolate! Use vegan marshmallows if you follow a plant-based diet.

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* Cinnamon - Make it a Mexican hot chocolate by adding a pinch of this warm spice. * Shaved chocolate - Garnish with a few chocolate chips, chocolate sprinkles, or shaved chocolate for more chocolate and added texture.

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