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Peppermint Hot Chocolate {Dairy Free, Vegan, Refined Sugar Free}

This homemade dairy-free Peppermint Hot Chocolate Recipe is so simple to make and ready to drink in minutes! It's full of creamy, chocolatey flavor and is the perfect drink to warm you up on a cold winter day. So yummy when topped with some coconut whipped cream, marshmallows, or crushed candy canes. Gluten-Free & Dairy-Free
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Dairy-Free
Keyword: cacao powder, hot chocolate, hot cocoa, peppermint
Servings: 4
Author: Thriving Gluten Free

Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoon Cacao Powder unsweetened
  • ½ cup Water
  • 4 tablespoon Pure Maple Syrup
  • 4 cups Plant-Based Milk unsweetened
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Peppermint Extract

Instructions

  • Combine the water, cacao powder and maple syrup in a saucepan. Whisk over low heat until it turns into a chocolate syrup.
  • Add milk and raise heat to medium while continuing to whisk until well combined. Heat through to desired temperature, but avoid boiling.
  • Stir in peppermint extract then serve immediately. Top with marshmallows, coconut whipped cream or crushed candy canes, if desired. Enjoy!
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