This dairy free peppermint hot chocolate is whipped up in just a few minutes with fabulous ingredients like cacao powder, coconut sugar, and peppermint extract. It's made with my dairy free hot chocolate mix, and it's also refined sugar free and paleo.
Why is this peppermint hot chocolate so great?
- It tastes delicious both hot and cold.
- The hot chocolate mix will last for several months in your pantry.
- It tastes great year-round. It doesn't need to be winter to enjoy a cup of peppermint hot chocolate.
- It's naturally dairy free, refined sugar free, and paleo. It can also be made vegan omit the collagen.
- Makes the perfect gift. Whip up the dairy free hot chocolate mix and give it away with a bottle of peppermint extract.
I just love to make homemade hot chocolate for friends and when we have guests over here. During this time of the year, I always ask if they'd like for me to make it peppermint flavored.
The answers are always "YES!"
Some mornings, I'll blend a cup of dairy free hot chocolate with peppermint and a cup of coffee together. Luxurious as hell.
What are the ingredients for peppermint hot chocolate?
It starts with a fabulous base, which is my dairy free hot chocolate mix. What's inside there?
- Cacao powder
- Coconut sugar
- Coconut milk powder (optional)
- Collagen peptides
- Vanilla bean powder
- Cayenne powder
- Cinnamon powder
- Sea salt
To make it peppermint hot chocolate, I've added a smidgen of peppermint extract! 😉
Q&A about this recipe
Can I serve it cold?
Absolutely. Pour it over ice after blending.
What if I don't want to use or have access to coconut milk powder?
If you are making the hot chocolate mix and not using coconut milk powder, I recommend using 3 tablespoons of hot chocolate mix per 1 1/2 cups of non-dairy milk.
How much will this make?
In this recipe, I used 6 tablespoons of the mix and 3 cups of non-dairy milk. My favorites are: unsweetened almond milk and oat milk. If you want something more luxurious, use half canned coconut milk and half filtered water.
How to make dairy free peppermint hot chocolate
Scoop 3 tablespoons of the mix into two large mugs. 6 tablespoons total for two drinks.
Add milk and peppermint extract into a medium saucepan. Then, heat over medium low until it comes to a simmer.
If you are using coconut milk powder in the mix, simply add 3 cups boiling water to the cup and whisk.
Next, pour mixture into the mug and give everything a really nice stir or whisk. I prefer to put everything into the blender so it gets even frothier.
Top off with homemade whipped cream if you'd like or serve plain. You can pour this over ice and enjoy it cold.
More dairy free dessert recipes you'll love:
Gluten Free Gingerbread Cookies
Dairy Free Peppermint Hot Chocolate
Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons Dairy Free Hot Chocolate Mix
- 3 cups non-dairy milk unsweetened almond, oat, etc.
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract see notes
Instructions
- Scoop 3 tablespoons of the mix into two large mugs. 6 tablespoons total for two drinks.
- Add milk and peppermint extract into a medium saucepan. Heat over medium low until it comes to a simmer.
- If you are using coconut milk powder in the mix, simply add 1 1/2 cups boiling water to the cup and whisk.
- Pour mixture into the mug and give everything a really nice stir or whisk. I like to put everything into the blender so it gets even frothier.
- Top off with homemade whipped cream if you'd like or serve plain. This can also be poured over ice and enjoyed cold.
Notes
- Make sure you purchase peppermint extract and not mint extract.
- This can be served cold. Simply pour it over ice after it's blended up.
- If you are making the hot chocolate mix and not using coconut milk powder, I recommend using 3 tablespoons of hot chocolate mix per 1 1/2 cups of non-dairy milk.
- 2 servings calls for 3 cups of non-dairy milk. Feel free to double or triple the recipe if you'd like.
- If you want something more luxurious, use half canned coconut milk and half filtered water.
Hi! I’m Monica – recipe developer, matcha addict and lover of all things chocolate, kombucha and any & all puns. I am also the blogger, real food lover, & bonafide hustler behind the blog ‘The Movement Menu.’ I’m so excited to welcome you to my happy space, where my appreciation of creative recipes and healthy & mindful eats come together to inspire you to live a healthy, balanced life.
I've been making this all month and enjoying it in my morning coffee! I leave out the cinnamon and chili for the peppermint version, mix up a batch and store it in the fridge in a jar. Every morning I add some to my coffee! Festive and delicious!
OMG YUMMMMMM, would you mind using the star system and giving it a rating? 🙂 Thanks friend.