Dairy Free Classic Hot Chocolate

Total time15 min

Prep time5 min

Cook time10 min

Deep, dark chocolate takes center stage here, whisked into a smooth cocoa base with a touch of sugar and a pinch of salt to keep things balanced rather than one-note sweet. The chopped dark chocolate melts down into a glossy, velvety finish, so every sip feels rich and indulgent instead of thin or watery. A splash of vanilla rounds out the flavor at the end, giving the whole mug a warm, cozy depth. It's whisked together in one saucepan on the stovetop, so you get that steaming, just-simmered texture without much fuss. This one's an easy favorite to keep in your dairy free mug rotation whenever you want something warm and chocolatey.

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Ingredients

2 servings

2 cups whole milk
Silk Original Soymilk, Gluten Free Silk Organic Unsweet Soy Milk - 64 fl oz Westsoy Soymilk Unsweetened Original - 64 Fl. Oz.West Life Organic Unsweetened Plain Soymilk, 32 fl oz West Life Organic Soymilk Plain
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Chef's tip
Use plain, unsweetened soy milk, measured 1:1. It's one of the most reliable milk swaps and works in sauces, custards, and baked goods. For hot or acidic drinks, a barista-style soy milk resists curdling.
¼ cup heavy cream
Chef's tip
Use unsweetened dairy-free heavy cream in cooked sauces, soups, and ganache. For whipped uses, choose a product labeled whippable.
2 oz dark chocolate (60–70% cacao), finely chopped
2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tbsp granulated sugar
⅛ tsp fine salt
½ tsp vanilla extract

For serving

whipped cream, for serving (optional)
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This ingredient likely doesn’t work for the diet.
mini marshmallows, for serving (optional)

Instructions

1
Combine the cocoa powder, sugar, and salt in a small saucepan. Add about 2 tbsp of the milk and whisk into a smooth paste with no dry lumps.
2
Pour in the remaining milk and the heavy cream, then set the saucepan over medium heat. Warm, whisking occasionally, until the mixture is steaming and small bubbles appear around the edges — about 4–5 minutes. Do not let it boil.

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