Vegan Chai Hot Chocolate Recipe
This vegan chai hot chocolate combines the rich, creamy texture of oat milk with warming spices and a hint of coffee for an indulgent, dairy-free treat. Perfect for cozying up on a chilly day, this comforting beverage is sweetened naturally with agave nectar and finished with optional vegan whipped cream and chocolate shavings for an extra special touch.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vegan
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 350ml oat milk (use barista-style for a creamy texture)
- 1 tsp organic cocoa powder
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon, plus extra to serve (optional)
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg, plus extra to serve (optional)
- 1 cardamom pod
- ½ tsp ground coffee
- 1 organic vanilla bean pod, split (or use 1 tbsp vanilla extract)
- 1 tbsp agave nectar
For Serving (Optional)
- Vegan whipped cream
- Shaved semi-sweet vegan dark chocolate
Instructions
- Heat the milk and spices: Pour two-thirds of the oat milk into a saucepan. Add the organic cocoa powder, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, cardamom pod, and ground coffee. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then cook for 1-2 minutes to allow the spices to infuse.
- Add vanilla and sweetener: Reduce the heat to medium and stir in the split vanilla bean pod (or vanilla extract) and agave nectar until well combined.
- Froth remaining milk: While the flavored milk is warming, froth the remaining one-third of oat milk using an electric milk frother or the mini whisk attachment of a hand blender to create a creamy foam.
- Strain and assemble: Strain the hot chocolate mixture into two mugs, removing the cinnamon and cardamom pod to avoid any gritty texture. Gently pour the frothed oat milk over the hot chocolate.
- Garnish and serve: Top each mug with vegan whipped cream and shaved semi-sweet vegan dark chocolate if desired. Sprinkle with a pinch of cinnamon and nutmeg to enhance the aroma and flavor. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use barista-style oat milk for a richer, creamier texture that mimics dairy milk.
- Adjust sweetness by adding more or less agave nectar to taste.
- If you cannot find an organic vanilla bean pod, substitute with high-quality vanilla extract.
- To keep the drink spicy, do not omit the coffee powder—it adds depth without bitterness.
- For a stronger chai flavor, gently crush the cardamom pod before adding it to release more oils.
- Vegan whipped cream and chocolate shavings are optional but recommended for a decadent finish.
Keywords: vegan hot chocolate, chai hot chocolate, oat milk hot chocolate, dairy-free hot chocolate, vegan beverage, warm drink, cozy drink, spiced hot chocolate
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