The BEST Vegan Hot Chocolate Recipe

raw cacao powder

🥗Healthier: carob powder

💰Cheaper: regular cocoa powder

Carob powder is less expensive and caffeine-free.

maple syrup

🥗Healthier: agave nectar

💰Cheaper: honey

Agave nectar is lower in calories, while honey is often cheaper.

coconut oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is more affordable.

raw cashews

🥗Healthier: soaked almonds

💰Cheaper: peanuts

Soaked almonds provide similar creaminess, while peanuts are more budget-friendly.

Whisk all ingredients together except for the vanilla.

Slowly bring to a boil on the stove top, or microwave in 30 second increments, stirring after each, until hot.

Turn off the heat, stir in the vanilla, and whisk to finish dissolving the cocoa powder.

Serve hot.

Cooking Techniques

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