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A close up of a glass of oat milk hot chocolate, elegantly presented with a creamy top, chocolate drizzle, and a toasted marshmallow, suggesting a luxurious treat.

Creamy Oat Milk Hot Chocolate (Dairy-Free)

Patricia Granek
Creamy oat milk hot chocolate is the perfect blend of rich cocoa flavor and velvety texture. With a hint of cinnamon, a pinch of salt, and optional whipped coconut cream or marshmallows. Made completely dairy-free and gluten-free for the perfect cozy snack or festive drink.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Drinks, Snack
Cuisine American, Dairy-free, Gluten-free, Vegan
Servings 6 servings
Calories 165 kcal

Ingredients
 

Oat Milk Hot Chocolate

  • 4 cups unsweetened oat milk
  • ½ cup chocolate chips (dairy-free)
  • 2 tablespoon cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon powdered cinnamon
  • 3 tablespoon maple syrup
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Whipped Coconut Cream

  • 400 mls coconut cream ( 1 can, refrigerated)
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar
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Instructions
 

  • In a saucepan, add oat milk, chocolate chips, cocoa powder, cinnamon, maple syrup, and salt.
    4 cups unsweetened oat milk, ½ cup chocolate chips, 2 tablespoon cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon powdered cinnamon, 3 tablespoon maple syrup, ¼ teaspoon salt
  • Cook the mixture on medium-low heat. Stir regularly to prevent burning and ensure the chocolate chips melt evenly for about 5 minutes. Don't let it boil.

Preparing the coconut cream (optional)

  • Open a chilled can of coconut cream without shaking. Scoop out the solid cream from the top.
    400 mls coconut cream
  • Whip the coconut cream in a bowl using a mixer for 30 seconds. then slowly add in the powdered sugar. Whip until it's fluffy with soft peaks, but be careful not to overdo it, about 1-2 minutes total.
    ¼ cup powdered sugar
  • Pour hot chocolate into mugs, top with whipped cream, and garnish as desired.

Notes

  • Nutritional content is only based on the oat milk hot chocolate and does not include any toppings. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 165kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.01gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.1gSodium: 173mgPotassium: 149mgFiber: 2gSugar: 21gVitamin A: 329IUVitamin C: 0.01mgCalcium: 246mgIron: 1mgZinc: 0.1mg
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