Vegan Mexican Hot Chocolate
A rich and spicy vegan hot chocolate with bold cocoa flavor and warming spices, perfect for cozy moments.
Ingredients
Dairy Alternatives
- 2 cups non-dairy milk (1/2 full-fat coconut milk, 1/2 vanilla almond milk)
- 3 Tbsp cocoa powder (or more for intense chocolate flavor)
- 2-3 Tbsp sugar or agave (or honey if not vegan, adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon (Vietnamese for sweetness)
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg (omit cayenne if you don't like spice)
- 1/4 tsp cayenne (omit if you prefer less spice)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (pure vanilla)
- 1 pinch sea salt
Instructions
- Bring the non-dairy milk to a low simmer in a saucepan.
- Add cocoa powder, sugar, salt, vanilla, and spices; whisk vigorously to combine.
- Serve warm, optionally topped with coconut whipped cream and chocolate syrup.
Notes
Adjust sweetness and spice levels to taste for the perfect cozy drink.