Best 8 Hot Cocoa With Almond Milk Recipes

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Indulge in the warmth and comfort of a delectable hot cocoa made with almond milk. Experience a symphony of flavors as the rich and creamy texture of almond milk blends seamlessly with the decadent sweetness of cocoa powder. Discover how simple ingredients can create a cozy and satisfying beverage that will transport you to a realm of pure bliss. Whether you're seeking a cozy drink to unwind on a chilly evening or a comforting treat to brighten your day, this hot cocoa with almond milk is the perfect recipe for creating a moment of tranquility and joy.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

HOT COCOA WITH ALMOND MILK



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This super healthy hot cocoa with almond milk is the perfect guilt-free treat for winter. It's fast, low in calories, dairy-free, keto and vegan.

Provided by Julia

Categories     Drink

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups almond milk (, see note 1 & 2 (500 milliliters))
3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tablespoons creamy almond butter
10 raw almonds (, or to taste, finely chopped, see note 3)

Steps:

  • Pour almond milk in a saucepan and add cocoa powder. On low heat, slowly heat up the mixture while whisking (the warmer the milk the easier the powder will melt in).
  • Make sure the cocoa has melted before you turn the heat off.
  • Stir almond butter in and pour into mugs/heat-proof glasses and top with chopped almonds (optional).
  • Enjoy warm!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 kcal, Carbohydrate 9 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 1 g, Sodium 328 mg, ServingSize 1 serving

HOT COCOA WITH ALMOND MILK



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This dairy-free take on a classic compromises nothing in taste and can be made with any soy, rice, or nut milk.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Drink Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cups unsweetened almond milk
2 cinnamon sticks, split lengthwise
1/4 cup unsweetened natural cocoa powder
2 ounces dark chocolate (preferably at least 70 percent cacao), finely chopped
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon coarse salt

Steps:

  • Bring milk and cinnamon sticks to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat, and simmer gently for 10 minutes. Remove cinnamon sticks, rinse, and reserve.
  • Whisk in cocoa, chocolate, sugar, and salt, whisking vigorously until mixture is foamy, 1 to 2 minutes. Divide among mugs. Garnish with cinnamon sticks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 250 g

HOT COCOA WITH ALMOND MILK



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Change up ordinary hot cocoa by stirring some dark baking cocoa into vanilla almond milk. Top it off with a plain large marshmallow or berry marshmallow creme, if you like, and add your favorite pretty sprinkles. -Cindy Reams, Philipsburg, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup dark baking cocoa or baking cocoa
2 cartons (32 ounces each) vanilla almond milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional: Large marshmallows or strawberry marshmallow creme, and assorted sprinkles

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine sugar and dark baking cocoa; gradually whisk in almond milk. Heat until bubbles form around sides of pan, whisking occasionally. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla. If desired, serve with large marshmallows or marshmallow creme, and sprinkles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 150mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

HEALTHY HOT COCOA



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Healthy hot cocoa, great alternative to Nesquick® or other store-bought cocoa mixes. Garnish with cinnamon.

Provided by Drew

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Hot Chocolate Recipes

Time 7m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup milk
2 teaspoons cacao powder
¼ teaspoon stevia powder
¼ teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Heat milk in a saucepan over medium heat. Add cacao powder, stevia powder, and vanilla extract; stir until hot, 2 to 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 152.2 calories, Carbohydrate 14.1 g, Cholesterol 19.5 mg, Fat 6.6 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 8.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 100.1 mg, Sugar 11.6 g

CREAMY HOT COCOA



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It's old fashioned, it's comforting, it makes the kitchen smell wonderful and it's good for the soul.

Provided by JEANIE BEAN

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Hot Chocolate Recipes

Time 7m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
¾ cup white sugar
1 pinch salt
⅓ cup boiling water
3 ½ cups milk
¾ teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup half-and-half cream

Steps:

  • Combine the cocoa, sugar and pinch of salt in a saucepan. Blend in the boiling water. Bring this mixture to an easy boil while you stir. Simmer and stir for about 2 minutes. Watch that it doesn't scorch. Stir in 3 1/2 cups of milk and heat until very hot, but do not boil! Remove from heat and add vanilla. Divide between 4 mugs. Add the cream to the mugs of cocoa to cool it to drinking temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 calories, Carbohydrate 52.8 g, Cholesterol 28.3 mg, Fat 8.7 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 9.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 102.1 mg, Sugar 47.7 g

VANILLA ALMOND HOT COCOA



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Treat your family to this comforting, homemade cocoa as you decorate the tree or open holiday gifts. Vanilla and almond extracts make it taste even more special. -Vicki Holloway, Joelton, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 10 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup sugar
2/3 cup baking cocoa
1/4 teaspoon salt
8 cups 2% milk
2/3 cup water
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
Miniature marshmallows, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, cocoa and salt. Stir in milk and water. Cook and stir over medium heat until heated through. Remove from the heat; stir in extracts. Serve in mugs, with marshmallows if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 151mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

VEGAN HOT ALMOND COCOA



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Quick and easy hot cocoa using vegan-friendly ingredients. The nutty almond flavor compliments the cocoa quite well. I had to reformat this recipe differently so that it would publish correctly. I will provide the vegan substitutions here: Blue Diamond Almond Milk Unsweetened, Ghirardelli Cocoa Powder Unsweetened, Florida Crystals Pure Organic Cane Sugar (Unrefined and Unbleached)

Provided by Rayman

Categories     Beverages

Time 4m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 cup milk
1/2 tablespoon sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons cocoa

Steps:

  • Please read the recipe description for vegan substitute information.
  • Set a saucepan to medium heat.
  • Add in the almond milk.
  • Add the remaining sugar and cocoa.
  • Continue stirring until everything blends well into a hot cocoa look. Try working the clumps of cocoa into the blend, if any. It should be well hot by then.
  • Pour into a cup safe for hot liquids and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210.5, Fat 9.7, SaturatedFat 5.6, Cholesterol 34.2, Sodium 119.6, Carbohydrate 22.1, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 6.3, Protein 9.5

CREAMY HOT COCOA RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: dark chocolate chip, maple syrup, vanilla extract, salt, sweet potato puree, almond milk

Provided by Crystal Hatch

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup dark chocolate chip
2 tablespoons maple syrup
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pinch salt
1 cup sweet potato puree
2 ½ cups almond milk

Steps:

  • Add dark chocolate, maple syrup, vanilla extract, salt, sweet potato puree and almond milk to a medium saucepan over medium low heat. Whisk to combine and bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally to incorporate chocolate.
  • Once mixture is smooth and heated through, remove from heat.
  • Serve warm.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289 calories, Carbohydrate 36 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 4 grams, Sugar 23 grams

Tips:

  • Use high-quality, dark chocolate for a richer flavor.
  • If you don't have almond milk, you can use another type of milk, such as oat milk, soy milk, or regular milk.
  • Add a pinch of salt to enhance the flavor of the cocoa.
  • Top your hot cocoa with whipped cream, marshmallows, or a sprinkle of cinnamon for a special treat.
  • For a vegan version of this recipe, use vegan chocolate and almond milk.

Conclusion:

This hot cocoa with almond milk is a delicious and comforting drink that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a warm and cozy drink, give this recipe a try!

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