Creamy Almond Milk Hot Chocolate
A creamy, rich hot chocolate made with almond milk and real chocolate.
Servings: 2
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups of unsweetened almond milk (plain or vanilla)
- 2 tablespoons of sugar (brown, granulated, coconut or palm)
- 1/2 teaspoon of cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon of cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 4 ounces of chocolate (milk, dark or vegan)
- whipped cream (optional garnish)
- mini marshmallows (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Add 2 cups of almond milk into a small saucepan and place over medium heat
- In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup of almond milk with 1/2 teaspoon of cornstarch and 1 tablespoon of cocoa powder and whisk until smooth and then add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and 2 tablespoons of sugar
- As soon as the almond milk begins to simmer, reduce the heat to low and add the cornstarch mixture and whisk until completely incorporated
- Add 4 ounces of chopped chocolate and whisk over low heat until the chocolate is melted and the mixture has thickened slightly
- Serve garnished with whipped cream and shaved chocolate