An indulgent mug of rich and creamy Tahini Hot Chocolate is exactly what a cozy day needs! This decadent hot chocolate recipe can be made in 5 minutes and is full of deep chocolate and nutty tahini flavor. (Vegan version available)
Why You Will Love This Hot Chocolate with Tahini
This decadent hot drink is a delicious way to stay warm and cozy on a cold day. It is full of deep and rich chocolate flavor, which is enhanced by the delicious addition of nutty tahini. Adding tahini also makes the hot chocolate extra thick and creamy.
This hot chocolate is also slightly spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg which adds delicious deep flavor to the hot chocolate. Add a touch of sweetness and vanilla and this drink turns into the best decadent hot chocolate ever.
This hot chocolate tahini recipe is easy to make and takes just 5 minutes of your time to make. The recipe can also be made vegan and it is just as delicious when it is a vegan version. I love making this tahini drink around the holidays and find it is always a crowd-pleaser!
Another delicious hot chocolate recipe to try out is my Chai Spiced Hot Chocolate!
So what exactly is tahini?
Tahini is made of sesame seeds that are ground into a smooth paste. The sesame seeds used to make tahini can be hulled or not for this process and they can also be roasted or not for making tahini depending on desired taste and texture. Tahini or tahina originates from the Middle East and you can use it in many different recipes, both sweet and savory. Tahini's taste is unique and it is creamy in consistency. Tahini isn't sweet like most nut butters and has a nuttier and earthier taste.
Hot Chocolate vs Hot Cocoa - what is the difference?
Although not officially, there is actually a difference between these warm chocolatey drinks. As the name suggests, hot cocoa is made from cocoa powder rather than chocolate. Traditionally, hot cocoa consists of cocoa powder, sugar, and milk. It is, therefore, thinner and sweeter than hot chocolate and it isn't as rich. The base of hot chocolate is melted chocolate, which is then mixed with either hot water or milk. Due to the chocolate, hot chocolate has better flavor and a thicker texture, and dependant on the chocolate used it usually contains no added sugar.
Ingredients you will need to make this indulgent hot chocolate recipe
Along with the tahini, this recipe uses just a few pantry staple ingredients to make the yummiest hot chocolate ever. The ingredients used also contain various health benefits which is always a win. The ingredients needed are:
- Milk. or nut milk. You can use cow's milk or any other milk alternative you prefer. I have tried it with almond milk which was delcious!
- Dark chocolate. Use the best quality you can as this is where all the rich, chocolate flavor comes from.
- Vanilla extract. Enhances the taste of the hot chocolate with sweet vanilla flavor.
- Ground cinnamon & nutmeg. Add a deep spiced flavor to the drink which enhances the taste of the chocolate and tahini.
- Sweetner. You can use whichever sweetner you prefer, such as honey, granulated sugar, agave syrup, or maple syrup.
- Salt. Just a pinch to enhance and balance the yummy flavors.
- Tahini. The star ingredient! Any kind you prefer best will work for this recipe.
How to make Tahini Hot Chocolate
This is an easy recipe to make a delicious mug of warm tahini cocoa. This tahini drink takes just 5 minutes to make and the recipe can be multiplied for however much you want to make. To make tahini hot chocolate:
- Combine ingredients. In a small saucepan over a medium heat, combine the tahini, nutmeg, cinnamon, sugar, and milk.
- Heat. Allow the tahini mixture to come to a simmer, ocassionally stirring.
- Add the chocolate. Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the chopped chocolate. Allow the chocolate mixture to sit for 1 minute.
- Whisk together. Use a small whisk to mix the mixture until it is well combined and the chocolate is completely melted.
- Serve. Serve the hot chocolate immediately. It is delcious as is, or you can add some whipped cream or vegan whipped cream on top for even more delcious decadence.
WHICH MILK ALTERNATIVE IS BEST FOR HOT DRINKS?
There are many milk alternatives available for hot vegan drinks. Oat milk gives a neutral creaminess to hot chocolates. While nut milk options add a subtle nuttiness to a hot drink which can be delicious. Other alternatives that are also great include soy milk and coconut milk. All the above options will work great for a vegan version of this hot chocolate!
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This post was made in collaboration with Granny Goose.
Tahini Hot Chocolate
A mug of rich and creamy Tahini Hot Chocolate is exactly what a cozy day needs! This decadent hot chocolate recipe can be made in 5 minutes and is full of deep chocolate and nutty tahini flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 cups milk or your favorite milk alternative
- 350g dark chocolate roughly chopped
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 tbsp honey or agave/maple syrup for a vegan alternative
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- pinch of salt
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- ¾ cup tahini
Instructions
- Combine ingredients. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the tahini, nutmeg, cinnamon, sugar, and milk.
- Heat. Allow the tahini mixture to come to a simmer, occasionally stirring.
- Add the chocolate. Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the chopped chocolate. Allow the chocolate mixture to sit for 1 minute.
- Whisk together. Using a small whisk, mix the mixture until it is well combined and the chocolate is completely melted.
- Serve. Serve the hot chocolate immediately. It is delicious as is, or you can add some whipped cream or vegan whipped cream on top for even more delicious decadence.
Notes
This recipe can easily be doubled or multiplied for however many servings you need.