Warm up with this delicious Healthier Peppermint Hot Chocolate recipe made with raw cacao powder, pure maple syrup, coconut milk and almond milk.

This version of peppermint hot chocolate is made a little healthier by replacing refined sugar with pure maple syrup, contains no dairy and is made with raw cacao powder.

As soon as the weather gets cooler I am ready to sit by the fireplace with a good book, blanket and a cup of creamy hot chocolate. This Peppermint Hot Chocolate is so good and since it’s a healthier version I enjoy it even more.

Gather your ingredients and let’s make some Healthy Peppermint Hot Chocolate!

Peppermint Hot Chocolate in red mug on white counter.

Ingredients

See printable recipe card below for all ingredients, specific measurements, and complete instructions.

almond milk
raw cacao powder
pure maple syrup
vanilla extract
peppermint extract
coconut milk

How To Make Peppermint Hot Chocolate.

In a small saucepan combine the almond milk, cacao and syrup and heat over medium heat.

As you warm the milk, whisk the cacao until no lumps remain. You want the milk to heat but NOT boil! Once it has warmed up, mix in the coconut milk, peppermint and vanilla.

It’s important to whisk really well to remove any chunks from the coconut milk.

Continue heating for a few more minutes until it looks creamy.

Remove from heat and serve in your favorite mugs.

Chocolate and peppermint are a classic combination that are perfect together. Enjoy!

Also check out our regular version of Peppermint Hot Cocoa.

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Healthier Peppermint Hot Chocolate

Author: Judy Wilson

Warm up with this Healthier Peppermint Hot Chocolate made with raw cacao powder, pure maple syrup, coconut milk and almond milk.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 8

Total Time 13

Course Drinks

Servings

Ingredients

▢ 2 cups almond milk
▢ 2 ½ Tablespoons raw cacao powder
▢ 3 Tablespoons pure maple syrup
▢ 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
▢ ¼ teaspoon peppermint extract
▢ ¼ cup coconut milk

Instructions

In a small saucepan combine the almond milk, cacao and syrup and heat over medium heat.
As you warm the milk, whisk the cacao until no lumps remain. You want the milk to heat but NOT boil! Once it has warmed up, mix in the coconut milk, peppermint and vanilla.
It's important to whisk really well to remove any chunks from the coconut milk.
Continue heating for a few more minutes until it is blended and creamy.
Remove from heat and serve in your favorite mugs.

Notes

Makes 2 cups.

The nutritional information provided is approximate and should only be used as a general guideline. It is an estimate that will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.

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