Spiced Hot Chocolate Recipe (Dairy-Free) (2024)

FAQs

What is the best non dairy option for hot chocolate? ›

COCONUT MILK: Using lite coconut milk yields the perfect creamy texture and taste. It is neutral in flavor (the lite leaves no coconut taste) and it is neither too thick or too thin of a milk.

Though we think of hot chocolate as a simple chocolate drink, hot cocoa originates from Mayan and Aztec cultures where it was enjoyed with a little bit of spice. To give your hot cocoa a kick and depth of flavor, add 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg and 1/8 teaspoon chipotle or chili powder.

Yes. Nestlé Hot Cocoa Mix contains milk ingredients. See the "Nutritional Value" tab for a complete list of ingredients and allergens.

You can also make a rich and creamy hot chocolate by using water and adding a thickening agent like cornstarch or arrowroot powder. Another option is to use a non-dairy hot chocolate mix or make your own mix using cocoa powder, sugar, and spices.

For traditionalists, bourbon, rum, Irish cream, and brandy are excellent additions. For alcohol that adds an extra burst of flavor, pour in flavored liqueurs such as peppermint, coffee, hazelnut, orange, cherry, and more. Surprisingly, red wine is another great way to spike hot chocolate.

Marshmallows: The Unsung Hero

Believe it or not, the secret ingredient in gourmet hot chocolate is none other than marshmallows. These fluffy, sweet confections are the unsung heroes of the hot chocolate world, adding a delightful creaminess and hint of sweetness that takes the drink to a whole new level.

Pure cocoa powder is dairy-free, there should not be any dairy added to cocoa powder, however, if you are purchasing a chocolate powder / hot chocolate mix, milk powder or other animal products may be added, so always read the label to understand what you are buying.

Treat your sweet tooth to dairy-free chocolate.

If you're vegan, lactose intolerant or simply cutting milk out of your diet, our range of delicious dairy-free chocolate bars and spreads is the perfect place to get your fix.

Can lactose intolerant people drink hot chocolate? ›

Hot chocolate usually contains dairy as it is most often made with milk. However, there are many great non-dairy milk options available to easily make hot chocolate dairy-free. I like to use a combination of almond milk and coconut milk in this recipe.

To make chocolate with cocoa powder, blend 2 cups of cocoa powder and ¾ cup of softened butter until it becomes a paste. Fill a double boiler with 1 cup of water, and place the chocolate on the top of the boiler, heating to a simmer over low heat.

Pour 12 ounces milk (any kind) into a glass and slowly add 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder while blending with an immersion blender, spoon, or a small whisk. An immersion blender or a small whisk works best because they reduce the clumping of the cocoa powder.

Although hot chocolate doesn't necessarily need an even more creamy, decadent taste, using milk certainly enriches the experience. We suspect that milk adds a creamier taste than water alone, and when combined with the notes of chocolate, the smooth undertones of the milk simply add a delicious backdrop.

Of all the plant milks available, oat milk is the highest in natural sugars. Use it to add a little sweetness to naturally sweetened cakes and cookies. Oat milk works especially well in chocolate desserts, because the dark chocolate helps hide oat milk's slightly beige color.

Made to a vegan recipe but may contain traces of Milk.

Vegan chocolates made with oat milk are an excellent alternative to milk chocolate made with dairy or nuts. Oat milk chocolate has a natural creaminess, reminiscent of traditional milk chocolate. Oat milk tends to be milder than nut milks, which gives room for the cocoa bean flavor to come through.