Description
Enjoy a cozy cup of Healthy Vegan Hot Chocolate made with natural sweetness from soaked medjool dates, rich dark vegan chocolate, and aromatic cinnamon. This creamy and comforting beverage is perfect for a quick, wholesome treat that’s free from dairy and refined sugars.
Ingredients
Sweetener
- 5 medjool dates (soaked in hot water for 5 minutes)
Liquids
- 1 cup plant-based milk
- 1 cup date seed coffee (or regular coffee or additional plant-based milk)
Chocolate & Flavorings
- ¼ cup dark chocolate (vegan, chopped)
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 sprinkle cinnamon
Instructions
- Soak Dates: Bring 1 cup of water to a boil and pour it over the medjool dates. Let them soak for 5 minutes to soften.
- Make Date Paste: Blend the soaked dates with the soaking water until a smooth paste is formed, ensuring no lumps remain for a creamy texture.
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add the date paste, date seed coffee, plant-based milk, chopped dark chocolate, cocoa powder, and a sprinkle of cinnamon.
- Heat & Whisk: Whisk the mixture continuously until all ingredients are fully combined and heated through, allowing the chocolate to melt and the flavors to meld evenly.
- Serve: Pour into cups and enjoy immediately. Optionally, top with vegan marshmallows or vegan whipped cream for an indulgent twist.
Notes
- Medjool dates provide natural sweetness; feel free to adjust the quantity for desired sweetness.
- Use your favorite plant-based milk such as almond, oat, or soy for customization.
- Date seed coffee can be substituted with regular coffee or more plant-based milk if unavailable.
- For an extra rich version, add an extra tablespoon of cocoa powder or chocolate.
- Store any leftovers in the refrigerator up to 2 days and reheat gently on the stovetop.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vegan
