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Vegan Mayan Drinking Chocolate

Creamy, sultry vegan drinking chocolate made with dairy-free milk, dark chocolate, and a blend of Mayan-inspired spices. An indulgent, dairy- and gluten-free dessert in 15 minutes.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 338 kcal
Course: Dessert , Drinks
Cuisine: Vegan

Ingredients

  • 2 cups non-dairy milk (I use half full-fat coconut + half unsweetened almond milk)
  • 5 ounces dairy-free dark chocolate (chopped // 70% cacao is best // 5 ounces yield ~1 cup)
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 tsp cayenne (more or less, depending on preferred spice)
  • 1 pinch nutmeg (optional)
  • 1/4 tsp sea salt
  • 1-2 Tbsp raw cane or coconut sugar (optional)
  • Coconut whipped cream (for topping)

Instructions

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  1. Add dairy-free milk to a small saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Add dark chocolate and whisk to combine.
  2. Add spices and whisk vigorously to combine.
  3. Once chocolate is completely melted, remove from heat, and add vanilla extract. Whisk to combine. Taste and adjust flavors as needed, adding sugar or sweetener of choice if not sweet enough. Add more cayenne for kick.
  4. To serve, top with coconut whipped cream, a dusting of cocoa or cacao powder (optional), and any additional spices and/or chocolate desired.
  5. Store leftover drinking chocolate covered in the refrigerator for up to a few days. Freeze for longer term storage, though best when fresh.

Notes

  • *Nutrition information is a rough estimate calculated without coconut whipped cream (which adds an additional 63 calories per 2 Tbsp).*Adapted from my Vegan Peppermint Drinking Chocolate.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1serving Calories 338 (17%) Carbohydrates 24g (8%) Protein 4.3g (9%) Fat 25g (38%) Saturated Fat 20g (100%) Trans Fat 0g Cholesterol 0mg (0%) Sodium 199mg (8%) Fiber 2.8g (11%) Sugar 20g (40%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 338

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 338 17%
Carbohydrates 24g 8%
Protein 4.3g 9%
Fat 25g 38%
Saturated Fat 20g 100%
Trans Fat 0g 0%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 199mg 8%
Fiber 2.8g 11%
Sugar 20g 40%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.