Vegan Mayan Drinking Chocolate
—·Gluten-Free,Mayan-Inspired,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
5 steps
- 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.
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Nutrition
Per serving (based on 4 servings)
Calories
338cal
Protein
4.3g
Carbs
24.0g
Fat
25.0g
Fiber
2.8g
Sugar
20.0g
Sodium
199mg
Saturated Fat
20.0g
