Creamy Oat Milk Hot Chocolate

5 from 5 votes

Creamy Oat Milk Hot Chocolate

This creamy oat milk 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!

Prep Time2

Cook Time5

Total Time7

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Diet: Vegan

Servings: servings

Calories: 213kcal

Author: MaryAnne

Equipment

1 small saucepan
1 whisk

Ingredients

1 Tablespoon maple syrup
1 Tablespoon cocoa powder
2 cups vanilla oat milk (unsweetened), divided
2 ounces semisweet vegan dark chocolate, roughly chopped (Guittard is a great brand for vegan chocolate chips)
pinch of salt

Instructions

In a small saucepan over low heat, whisk maple syrup, cocoa powder, and ½ cup of oat milk for 1 minute.
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.
Turn off heat and add chopped chocolate. Whisk until fully melted and mixture is smooth. Garnish with preferred toppings.

Notes

Microwave method: In a large mug, whisk maple syrup, cocoa powder, and ½ cup of oat milk. Heat for 90 seconds. Whisk in remaining oat milk and pinch of salt, and heat for another 30 seconds (or desired temperature).
Keep at a low simmer. Don't bring your hot chocolate to a full boil, just keep at a low simmer
Storage: If you make a larger batch (this recipe can be doubled or tripled!) and need to store leftovers, simply place in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

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