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    Momma Fit Lyndsey » Recipes » Dairy Free

    Oat Milk Hot Chocolate

    Published: Dec 12, 2022 · Modified: Jan 12, 2023 by Lyndsey · This post may contain affiliate links

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    This healthy oat milk hot chocolate is a delicious dairy-free hot beverage you can enjoy all winter long! It is made vegan and refined sugar free making it a healthier version to the boxed version or Starbucks! Easy to make in under 5 minutes!

    cup of oat milk hot chocolate with whipped cream, sprinkles, chocolate chips and marshmallows on a white background.
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    • Oat Milk Hot Chocolate

    Using oat milk to make hot chocolate is a super easy way to get a non dairy version of your favorite winter drink! There is nothing better than a warm oat milk hot chocolate on a cold winter day - perfect for Christmas or any time of winter!

    I love to pair mine with some Christmas cookies - dairy free chocolate chip, sugar cookies and cookie butter cookies are a few favorites!

    Why You'll Love This Recipe

    • Vegan and made with no dairy - just 3 simple ingredients.
    • Save money on groceries and coffee shop stops - way cheaper than Starbucks!
    • Super quick to make homemade in just 5 minutes.

    Ingredients & Substitutions

    Here are the ingredients you need to make this recipe. Reference the recipe card at the bottom for exact measurements and the notes below for substitution ideas.

    ingredients for this recipe.
    • Oat Milk: I highly recommend Chobani Original Oatmilk for this recipe. It is my favorite milk to make this recipe. I also love to use it in matcha lattes and coffee drinks.
    • Maple syrup: I used maple syrup to sweeten and provide a refined sugar free sweetener. You could also make it with honey if you don't need it to be vegan.
    • Cacao powder: I like to use cacao powder for its nutritional benefits (read more about the nutritional benefits of cacao on WebMd). Cocoa powder is also a great substitution. Alternatively, swap out cacao powder for white chocolate chips to make a white chocolate version.

    How to Make This Recipe

    This is a step by step walkthrough of how to cook this recipe. Exact cook time and temperatures are available in the recipe card at the bottom.

    steps for making this recipe
    1. Pour milk into a microwave-safe cup and microwave on high for 2 to 3 minutes until heated to your preference.
    2. Add in cacao powder and use a frother to whisk until well incorporated.
    3. Add maple syrup and stir.
    4. Top with marshmallows, whipped cream, mini chocolate chips, sprinkles or peppermint sticks as desired.

    Expert Tips

    • Top with chocolate chips, whipped cream or non-dairy whipped cream, marshmallows or vegan marshmallows and sprinkles.
    • Add more or less time in heating up your drink depending on how hot you want it.

    Recipe FAQs

    Can you put oat milk in hot chocolate?

    It is a delicious non dairy, vegetarian and vegan alternative to dairy milk or water. It provides a thick, creamy and smooth texture.

    What milk alternative is best in hot chocolate?

    Any nut milk will work! You could also use almond milk, coconut milk or cashew milk.

    Does oat milk heat well for hot chocolate?

    I've found that it heats up very nicely in the microwave. I prefer warming it using the microwave because it's super easy and quick. It works faster than boiling it on the stove top.

    cup of oat milk hot chocolate with whipped cream, chocolate chips and marshmallows on a white background.

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    Oat Milk Hot Chocolate

    This healthy oat milk hot chocolate is a delicious dairy-free hot beverage you can enjoy all winter long! It is made vegan and refined sugar free making it a healthier version to the boxed version or Starbucks! Easy to make in under 5 minutes!
    Course Drinks
    Cuisine American
    Diet Vegan, Vegetarian
    Prep Time 3 minutes
    Cook Time 2 minutes
    Total Time 5 minutes
    Servings 3 servings
    Calories 149kcal
    Author Lyndsey

    Equipment

    • 1 frother
    • 1 microwave safe cup i.e. large Pyrex measuring cup

    Ingredients

    • 3 cups oat milk
    • 3 teaspoon maple syrup
    • 3 tablespoon cacao powder
    • non dairy whipped topping optional topping
    • vegan marshmallows optional topping

    Instructions

    • Pour milk into a microwave-safe cup and microwave on high for 2 to 3 minutes until heated to your preference.
      3 cups oat milk
    • Add in cacao powder and use a frother to whisk until well incorporated.
      3 tablespoon cacao powder
    • Add maple syrup and stir.
      3 teaspoon maple syrup
    • Top with marshmallows, whipped cream, mini chocolate chips, sprinkles or peppermint sticks as desired.
      non dairy whipped topping, vegan marshmallows

    Notes

    • Top with chocolate chips, whipped cream or non-dairy whipped cream, marshmallows or vegan marshmallows and sprinkles.
    • Add more or less time in heating up your drink depending on how hot you want it.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 149kcal | Carbohydrates: 23.6g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 5.7g
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