Easy, creamy, decadent Vegan Chai Spiced Hot Chocolate. This easy spiced hot chocolate recipe is a must for fall and winter. Packed with health benefits and beyond delicious, Is there a better way to stay cosy this winter than with an easy vegan hot cocoa recipe?!
The best vegan hot chocolate
This vegan hot cocoa recipe with chai spiced flavors is the easiest, creamiest, most delicious hot chocolate recipe out there. Making it with coconut milk gives it a thick creamy texture, definitely the best non dairy hot chocolate.
What makes this a healthy vegan hot chocolate recipe?
This vegan hot cocoa recipe is packed with health benefits. Adding the warming spices is a simple way to change up a classic drink and add a healthy twist to a delicious warm drink. It is transformed into something so rich and comforting - everything a winter evening needs!
- Cinnamon - Cinnamon is known for its blood sugar lowering properties and can relieve digestive discomfort.
- Ginger - This super spice is packed with antioxidants, lowers blood sugar and assists with weight loss.
- Nutmeg - This delicious spice, boosts skin health, reduces insomnia and can improve blood circulation.
- Cocoa Powder - Rich in theobromine, making it a great anti-inflammatory. This delicious powder is also packed with magnesium and zinc.
All in all, this vegan hot chocolate recipe is the perfect bedtime drink for those cold evenings.
How to make this homemade vegan hot chocolate
- Place the coconut milk, water, and maple syrup in a saucepan over a medium heat.
- Mix the spices and cocoa powder in a cup and add a dash of hot water.
- Mix until the powders and water become a smooth paste.
- Pour the paste into the warm milk mixture and stir well.
- Leave on a low heat until a gentle simmer is reached.
- Pour into mugs and enjoy!
Which plant-based milk is best for hot chocolate
Coconut milk is my favorite for hot chocolate because it gives it a thicker, creamier texture. Other alternatives that are also great include oat milk, almond milk, macadamia milk and cashew milk. All the above options work great for this vegan chai spiced hot chocolate so don't be shy to experiment.
What does spiced hot chocolate taste like
The combination of chai spiced flavors and a decadent chocolate gives a whole new twist to your favorite hot chocolate drink. It adds a subtle but delicious depth to the hot chocolate and gives it an even warmer. cosier feeling.
Feel free to play around with the spices, add a little more cinnamon and maybe use a little less ginger. This easy vegan hot cocoa recipe is completely adaptable and you can totally add your own twist to it.
Other delicious chocolate recipes
Tahini Hot Chocolate
Chocolate Mug Cake
Easy Cake Mix Chocolate Donuts
Chocolate Protein Smoothie
So on slow wintery days, why not indulge a lil in a dreamy mug of Vegan Chai Spiced Hot Chocolate. I used Kitchen Inspire's fantastic whisk to slowly stir together the warming spices and creamy hot chocolate. It was a lovely, relaxing way to end the day before getting all cosied up!
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Vegan Chai Spiced Hot Chocolate
Ingredients
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup hot water
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp ground all spice
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 pinch ground cardamon
- 1 pinch ground cloves
- 1 tsp vanilla essence
- 3 tbsp maple syrup (or honey if non-vegan)
- 4 tbsp cocoa powder
Instructions
- Place the coconut milk, water, and maple syrup in a saucepan over a medium heat.
- Mix the spices and cocoa powder in a cup and add a dash of hot water.
- Mix until the powders and water become a smooth paste.
- Pour the paste into the warm milk mixture and stir well.
- Leave on a low heat until a gentle simmer is reached.
- Pour into mugs and enjoy!