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Plant Based Hot Cocoa

Even if we're plant based, we deserve hot cocoa too! Enjoy the warmth of a chocolatey mug of hot chocolate during the frigid winter season. This is perfect to have while decorating for the holidays, a holiday get together, or even make it a mocktail/cocktail!
Cook Time 5 minutes
Course Drinks
Servings 2 people

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can full fat coconut milk
  • 3 tbsp maple syrup
  • 2 1/2 tbsp unsweetened cacao powder
  • coconut whipped cream (for topping)
  • 1/4 tsp peppermint or vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Add coconut milk, maple syrup, and cacao powder to a small sauce pan. Set the heat to medium low.
  • Optional: Add the peppermint or vanilla extract.
  • Stir until all ingredients are mixed in and cocoa is warm/hot.
  • Pour into mugs and top with coconut whipped cream and any other toppings you'd like.
Keyword dairy free, drinks, gluten free, holidays, hot cocoa, plant based