🍫 Vegan Hot Chocolate Recipe
🧾 Ingredients (1 serving):
- 1 cup unsweetened plant milk (almond, soy, oat, or coconut)
- 1 ½ tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1–2 tsp maple syrup (or to taste)
- 1–2 squares dark vegan chocolate (optional, for extra richness)
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: pinch of cinnamon or a dash of cayenne 🌶️
🥣 Instructions:
- Heat milk in a small saucepan over medium heat until warm (don’t boil).
- Whisk in cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla, salt, and chocolate (if using).
- Stir continuously until smooth, creamy, and hot.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or richness.
- Serve immediately — top with vegan whipped cream or marshmallows if you’re feeling fancy.
📊 Estimated Nutrition per Serving (with almond milk + maple syrup):
| Nutrient | Amount (approx.) |
|---|
| Calories | 120–160 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 15–20 g |
| Protein | 2–3 g |
| Fat | 5–8 g |
| Fiber | 3–4 g |
| Sugar | 8–12 g |
| Calcium | ~20–30% DV |
| Iron | ~10–15% DV |
| Magnesium | ~15–20% DV |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
