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    November 8, 2017 29 Comments

    Easy Vegan Hot Chocolate (with toasted marshmallow fluff)!

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    The ultimate homemade vegan hot chocolate recipe is here! After posting my recipe for Easy Vegan Marshmallow Fluff, I'm sure you're not surprised (but hopefully very excited) to see my follow up recipe for Easy Vegan Hot Chocolate. Isn't it just the most perfect winter time holiday treat? Topped with some toasted marshmallow fluff, it makes for the perfect cozy drink!

    Before the days of vegan, I used to buy the instant hot chocolate powder mixes they sell at grocery stores. Words like "double chocolate" and "extra rich and creamy" would convince me that they must be delicious. LIES! ALL LIES! My Easy Vegan Hot Chocolate made with homemade marshmallow fluff is really I want during the winter. This recipe is so easy to make, it can be mastered by any "beginner cook" and will keep you happy all winter.

    Easy Vegan Hot Chocolate with toasted marshmallow fluff! Yes please! This dairy-free treat whips up in just 15 minutes (including making the marshmallow fluff) for the perfect winter holiday treat. #itdoesnttastelikechicken

    The hot chocolate was always thin and powdery tasting, not to mention those pathetic hard white floaty bits they claimed were marshmallows. Pffff!

    Then one fine day I realized that making hot chocolate from scratch is practically instant anyways, but it's at least 17 times better than any instant store-bought waste of time.

    Easy Vegan Hot Chocolate with toasted marshmallow fluff! Yes please! This dairy-free treat whips up in just 15 minutes (including making the marshmallow fluff) for the perfect winter holiday treat. #itdoesnttastelikechicken

    Homemade easy vegan hot chocolate takes just 5 minutes to make, 15 if you include making the toasted marshmallow fluff (which I highly recommend),  and it's so perfectly decadent and delicious. Whisking the hot chocolate while heats makes it frothy and fabulous. The end result is the best hot chocolate ever! It's incredibly rich and creamy, super chocolatey, and the perfect cold winter day warm up.

    Easy Vegan Hot Chocolate with toasted marshmallow fluff! Yes please! This dairy-free treat whips up in just 15 minutes (including making the marshmallow fluff) for the perfect winter holiday treat. #itdoesnttastelikechicken

    To make Easy Vegan Hot Chocolate:

    In a medium sauce pan, whisk together the cocoa powder, white sugar, and salt.

    Easy Vegan Hot Chocolate with toasted marshmallow fluff! Yes please! This dairy-free treat whips up in just 15 minutes (including making the marshmallow fluff) for the perfect winter holiday treat. #itdoesnttastelikechicken

    Pour in the non-dairy milk and put the sauce pan over medium-high heat. Bring to a simmer while continuing to whisk. Once hot and simmering, and well mixed, remove from the heat and whisk in the vanilla extract. Divide among 2 - 4 mugs (depending on how big of serving you would like).

    For the toasted marshmallow fluff topping, simply dollop some marshmallow fluff on top, or use a pastry bag to decorate, then toast the fluff lightly with a brulée torch.

    Easy Vegan Hot Chocolate with toasted marshmallow fluff! Yes please! This dairy-free treat whips up in just 15 minutes (including making the marshmallow fluff) for the perfect winter holiday treat. #itdoesnttastelikechicken

    Common Questions

    Can soy milk be heated up?

    Yes, it can. Soy milk can curdle when heated to a very high temperature, so you could see some coagulated solid particles float to the surface if heated up on high.

    What vegan milk is best for hot chocolate?

    It all depends on your taste. I prefer Oat Milk, personally.

    Where can I find non-dairy whipped cream?

    I know Silk make a non-dairy whipped cream. But you should be able to find it on Amazon or at your local grocery store.

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    4.95 from 18 votes

    Easy Vegan Hot Chocolate

    Easy Vegan Hot Chocolate with toasted marshmallow fluff! Yes please! This dairy-free treat whips up in just 15 minutes (including making the marshmallow fluff) for the perfect winter holiday treat. 
    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time5 mins
    Total Time15 mins
    Course: Drinks
    Cuisine: American, Canadian
    ingredient tag: chocolate
    Servings: 4 small mugs or 2 large mugs
    Calories: 137kcal
    Author: Sam Turnbull • It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken

    Ingredients

    • ¼ cup cocoa powder
    • ¼ cup white sugar
    • â…› teaspoon salt
    • 3 cups non-dairy milk (such as soy or almond)
    • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
    • ½ cup Easy Vegan Marshmallow Fluff (optional)
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    Instructions

    • In a medium sauce pan, whisk together the cocoa powder, white sugar, and salt. Pour in the non-dairy milk and put the sauce pan over medium-high heat. Bring to a simmer while continuing to whisk. Once hot and simmering, and well mixed, remove from the heat and whisk in the vanilla extract. Divide among 2 - 4 mugs (depending on how big of serving you would like).
    • For the toasted marshmallow fluff topping, simply dollop some marshmallow fluff on top, or use a pastry bag to decorate, then toast the fluff lightly with a brulée torch.

    Notes

    For a lighter hot chocolate, replace up to half of the non-dairy milk with water.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 137kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 3g | Sodium: 163mg | Potassium: 307mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 375IU | Calcium: 232mg | Iron: 1.5mg
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    Bon appetegan!

    Sam.



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    Comments

    1. Noelle says

      January 08, 2022 at 10:18 am

      5 stars
      This is literally the easiest! Thanks for posting!

      Reply
    2. Sherry says

      January 23, 2021 at 11:38 am

      4 stars
      This was delicious. Just made this for the crew who had the pleasure of digging us out from under two feet of snow from our driveway. We used maple syrup instead of sugar, and left off the marshmallow. We added it to coffee for mochas and they’re perfect! `

      Reply
      • Deakan says

        February 03, 2021 at 1:01 am

        5 stars
        Why 4 stars if it was perfect instead of 5?

        Reply
    3. Susan says

      December 26, 2020 at 8:30 pm

      Happy holidays to you Sam - thanks again for a fine recipe present. I am drinking it right now! It's super good.

      Reply
      • Susan says

        December 26, 2020 at 8:31 pm

        5 stars
        I forgot the stars! 5!

        Reply
    4. Adi says

      October 21, 2020 at 7:52 pm

      5 stars
      I love this hot chocolate, so warm and delicious! I substitute sugar for maple syrup and it works out amazing every time! I also use one out of 3 cups water rather than milk so it's not too rich. I make it all the time!!

      Reply
      • Sam Turnbull says

        October 22, 2020 at 11:37 am

        Wonderful!

        Reply
    5. Anna says

      September 14, 2020 at 11:14 pm

      5 stars
      Better than store-bought! Thank you so much for making a vegan version. Will definitely be checking out your other recipes!

      Reply
    6. Laura says

      August 29, 2020 at 1:08 am

      5 stars
      Thank you, Sam for all of your hard work. Your recipes are simply wonderful!
      Take carer...

      Reply
    7. Sinead ni chonarain says

      August 15, 2020 at 7:36 pm

      I heat plant based milk and raw cocoa. I put two medjool dates into the pot and cinnamon & nutmeg & drop of vanilla essence. When ready I blend in nutritional bullet and serve in nice cip and saucer with a sprinkle of cinnamon. DELICIOUS...... absolutely no need for sugar. The dates being the sweetness.

      Reply
    8. Stella says

      December 25, 2019 at 9:38 pm

      Hi Sam... is white sugar vegan???!
      Help me to understand.. please
      What sweetener would you use for whole food plant based diet
      Thank you!

      Reply
      • Sam Turnbull says

        December 31, 2019 at 11:46 am

        Hi Stella. Some white sugar isn't vegan as they can use bone char to refine it. Using bone char in sugar isn’t very common anywhere other than the US. Always good to double-check with the brand you are purchasing. I use Redpath here in Canada and they say on their site that it’s vegan-friendly. A good tip is that organic sugar is always vegan.

        Reply
      • Jenan says

        May 21, 2020 at 10:41 pm

        No it’s not.

        White sugar gets its color from a refining process that often involves the use of bone char, meaning even though it's not directly an animal product, it's not vegan. But don't opt for brown sugar, powdered sugar or even raw sugar. All of them are made from refined white sugar.

        Reply
    9. Ashley says

      December 24, 2019 at 10:45 pm

      This did not turn out very good for me - but I also didn't have white sugar! I used raw sugar and later added coconut sugar but it still tasted off. Any suggestions for kinds of sugar and amounts to use if you don't have white?

      Reply
    10. Gaytri says

      December 15, 2019 at 1:39 pm

      I omitted vanilla extract and made the recipe with unsweetened vanilla almond milk - it came out great! Thanks!

      Reply
    11. Jill says

      December 05, 2019 at 1:50 pm

      5 stars
      Just made this for my kids and they loved it!! Simple and easy to make and delish!! Thank you for another great vegan recipe!!

      Reply
      • Sam Turnbull says

        December 06, 2019 at 11:49 am

        You're most welcome 🙂

        Reply
    12. Jennifer Bernardo says

      December 04, 2019 at 1:30 pm

      I made this and substituted monk fruit for the sugar! Makes an amazing hot coco that is dairy and sugar free!

      Reply
      • Sam Turnbull says

        December 06, 2019 at 11:38 am

        Amazing 🙂

        Reply
    13. Gagandeep Heer says

      January 02, 2019 at 9:39 pm

      5 stars
      I just made this tonight and it was so good. This is my go to recipe from now on. Thanks!

      Reply
      • Sam Turnbull says

        January 03, 2019 at 11:09 am

        Oh that's so awesome, Gagandeep! So happy you loved the recipe so much 🙂

        Reply
    14. Heather says

      October 31, 2018 at 11:10 pm

      5 stars
      I have make this many times. It is soooooo yummy to our (my family) tummy!

      Reply
      • Sam Turnbull says

        November 02, 2018 at 2:31 pm

        So happy to hear that!

        Reply
    15. Jennifer Bliss says

      November 11, 2017 at 11:17 pm

      Looks and sounds pretty darn amazing!!!!

      Reply
      • Sam Turnbull says

        November 12, 2017 at 8:37 am

        Oh it is 😉

        Reply
    16. Jillian says

      November 11, 2017 at 5:50 pm

      Oh my goodness!!! So delicious- didn’t have time to make the marshmallow whip but topped it with SoDelicious coconut whipped cream we had in the fridge. Yum!!! Went great with the Hallmark Christmas movies that we were watching today.

      Reply
      • Sam Turnbull says

        November 11, 2017 at 6:24 pm

        That sounds like a delightful way to spend your day! So happy you enjoyed, Jillian 🙂

        Reply
    17. Mari says

      November 08, 2017 at 11:36 am

      5 stars
      I may or may not be the one who screamed yes yes yes, oh God yes, when I saw this post. This is a perfect pairing with that delectable marshmallow fluff. That was a stroke,of genius, because marshmallows tend not to melt evenly, and the fluff will be just the right xonsistency when I spoon it in. To be honest I thought I would just heat up some chocolate cashew milk, but this is just as easy and just as fast. Another home run. Thank you thank you thank you.

      Reply
      • Sam Turnbull says

        November 08, 2017 at 1:33 pm

        I thought I heard distant screams of joy.... Hahaha! Thrilled you are so excited about the recipe, Mari! Enjoy 😀

        Reply

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