I've been searching for the perfect vegan hot cocoa lately and I think I've found it, yay! I have a love-hate relationship with winter. My birthday is in January and I've always loved Christmas, but I don't like cold weather. Fortunately, I survive this time of the year thanks to hot beverages, they're so warm and comforting, I couldn't live without them.
My mother used to make hot cocoa on Sundays and also on special occasions when I was a little girl. She used cow's milk and a store-bought chocolate bark that is very popular here in Spain to make hot chocolate. I still love it, but I prefer to make a homemade version of this recipe, which is much healthier and tastes amazing as well.
I used almond milk, but any plant milk is okay. I prefer soy or any nut milk  to make this beverage because they're creamier, but it's up to you. If you prefer a lighter and less thick hot cocoa, you should give our vegan hot chocolate a try, it's so healthy and tasty!
Tips:
- Feel free to use any plant milk or sweetener you like.
- I've never made this recipe using carob powder or any other starch or thickener, but if you do, please leave a comment to help other readers. Thanks a lot!
Vegan Hot Cocoa
Ingredients
- 2 cups almond milk
- 2 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 4 tablespoon cornstarch
- 4 tablespoon cane or coconut sugar
- Coconut whipped cream, optional
- Dried cranberries, optional
Instructions
- Mix the milk, cocoa powder, cornstarch and sugar in a bowl until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into a saucepan and bring it to a boil.
- Cook over medium heat until it thickens. Stir frequently.
- Serve and add your favorite toppings. We added some coconut whipped cream and also chopped dried cranberries.
Marilyn Mendelson says
I thought you shared a cocoa recipe that was a mix of cocoa, powdered soy milk and powdered sugar. I was looking for that when I found this. Might try this one, too. It's similar to what I've made, but I've never used cornstarch.
Diane Lindsay says
The recipe says "I’ve never made this recipe using carob powder or any other starch or thickener" Do you omit the cornstarch?
Iosune says
Hi Diane! I didn't use any other thickener than the cornstarch, but I did use the cornstarch. Have a nice day!
Kassy | Enjoying Earth says
This looks so so yummy! I always crave chocolate and hot cocoa right before I go to bed, so I might just have to try this tonight ♥
Iosune says
Hi Kassy! Thanks a lot 😀 Hope you like it!
La Kerie says
Can this be made with either potatoe, rice or tapioca starch? One of my children are allergic to corn.
Iosune says
Hi La Kerie! I think it could work 🙂 Have a nice day!