Dairy Free Hot Chocolate Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What is the best non dairy milk for hot chocolate? ›

Almond | This milk can add a nutty flavour and is slightly less creamy than most plant based milks, perfect if you don't want your hot chocolate too creamy. Coconut milk | This milk creates a creamy sweeter hot chocolate, this can add a slight taste of coconut. Soya | This milk is a very common plant based milk.

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Cornstarch: As discussed above, this is what thickens the whole thing, so this is a must. I use a big heaped tablespoon, make sure to whisk it in well to dissolve it, and then let it boil a little. Chocolate: This is the most important thing, so use quality chocolate.

Cashew Milk

Probably one of the best plant-based milks for a thick, creamy hot chocolate. The smooth, slightly sweet and fairly flavour-neutral milk means you end up with a delicious hot chocolate and a fantastic foundation for creating hot chocolate specials with syrups and sauces.

The creamy nature of oat milk makes it perfect for coffee. We like it because it doesn't overpower the taste, unlike other milk alternatives for coffee or tea.

Use unflavored or vanilla soy milk. Believe it or not, you can also use water instead of milk. Water allows the chocolate to show off its true flavors and unique characteristics, however, you lose the creamy feel and flavor.

You can use any flavored creamer you have to whip up a creamy, flavored hot chocolate.

Many marshmallows produced in the United States only consist of sugar, water, and gelatin. This makes them dairy-free, and in most cases, gluten-free.

A growing number of brands are also producing explicitly dairy-free or vegan milk and white chocolates, often using alternatives like almond, rice, or oat milk.

What cocoa powder is dairy free? ›

Pure cocoa powder is dairy-free, there should not be any dairy added to cocoa powder, however, if you are purchasing a chocolate powder / hot chocolate mix, milk powder or other animal products may be added, so always read the label to understand what you are buying.

Dark Chocolate

If you're dealing with a milk allergy, some safe brands I recommend are That's It, Pascha, No Whey Foods, Free2B, Amanda's Own, and Enjoy Life. Be sure to check with the companies directly before purchasing to ensure that their products are safe for you.

Rice Flour or Arrowroot Powder: These can act as thickening agents, similar to cornflour. Again, mix with a little cold liquid to create a paste and then stir into the hot chocolate.

All you need to make hot chocolate at home is cocoa powder, sugar, and milk or water.

Our taste test winner for the best non-dairy hot cocoa base is unequivocally oat milk. The creaminess of this beverage is unprecedented and makes us wonder why we had never thought about buying a half-gallon from the grocery store for this very purpose.

Heat is a common denominator when cooking or baking. And some dairy milk alternatives perform better when introduced to heat than others. For example, almond milk tends to separate when added to hot liquids. However, soy milk can be used at high temperatures without curdling or separating.

Oat milk. With a range of barista grade oat milks available, this is probably the best choice when it comes to coffee. It froths beautifully, adds a creamy taste without overpowering the coffee, and doesn't leave a distinctive aftertaste. Most importantly – it's unlikely to curdle!

Oat Milk- Oat milk is high in fiber and beta-glucan, a fiber that helps to reduce cholesterol levels in the body. Beta-glucan has also been shown to help increase feelings of fullness and lower blood sugar levels after a meal. Oat milk may be the thickest and creamiest plant milk available- try it and see for yourself!