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Microwave Hot Chocolate (Dairy Free).

Dec 7, 2021 by Kelly Roenicke · 1 Comment

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This is the quickest way to enjoy a cozy cup of hot cocoa this winter! Microwave hot chocolate can be made in just minutes. Top with marshmallows or crushed candy canes for a festive treat!

cup of microwave hot chocolate with mini marshmallows

The wind is blowing through here today, ushering in freezing temperatures and a few snowflakes. This chilly, blustery weather made me want to start the day with a comforting cup of hot chocolate.

I love any kind of hot chocolate, from peppermint hot cocoa to vegan hot chocolate bombs. Just the other day, we had friends over outside, and the kiddos needed to warm up quickly, so I made a big batch of my classic vegan hot chocolate. I love to get the disposable, insulated, to-go cups so that everyone can warm up outside without interrupting their play.

Sometimes you just want a quick cup of cocoa, and that’s where this recipe for microwave hot chocolate comes in. It takes just 3 ingredients and a couple of minutes to make this easy recipe.

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coconut milk cocoa powder and sugar

Ingredients

  • non-dairy milk of your choice
  • sugar
  • unsweetened cocoa powder

Which Non-Dairy Milk to Use

You can try this recipe with any number of non-dairy milks. Coconut milk, rice milk, flax milk, oat milk, soy milk…any of these would be just fine. A neutral tasting milk is best to allow the chocolate flavor to come through.

Substitutions

  • Out of cocoa powder? Try adding 3 Tablespoons of chocolate chips, and stir until they melt.
  • Use any sweetener that you like. Try coconut sugar, maple syrup, or brown sugar.
  • I have not tried this with a sugar substitute. If you try that, please let me know!

Step By Step Instructions

  1. Pour 12 ounces of the milk of your choice into a microwave safe mug. Microwave on high for 75 seconds.
dairy free milk in a white mug

2. Add the sugar and cocoa powder.

mug with milk and cocoa powder

3. Stir briskly until all the sugar and cocoa powder is incorporated.

white mug of hot chocolate with a spoon inside

4. Add mini marshmallows if desired.

dairy free hot chocolate in a white mug with mini marshmallows

That’s all there is to it! Depending on the power of your microwave, you may need to microwave the milk for more or less time. Be sure to carefully test the temperature of the hot chocolate before drinking and especially before giving this to children.

Watch the video below to see how easy this recipe is:

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Recipe

dairy free microwave hot chocolate
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Microwave Hot Chocolate (Dairy Free).

Cozy up with a cup of hot chocolate made in minutes with the microwave! This hot chocolate is rich and delicious, and it's dairy free, too!

Course Beverage
Cuisine Dairy Free, vegan.
Keyword easy
Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 4 minutes
Servings 1
Calories 246 kcal
Author Kelly Roenicke

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces non-dairy milk I used So Delicious Unsweetened Coconut Milk Beverage
  • 2 Tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 ½ Tablespoons organic cane sugar
  • mini marshmallows optional
US Customary – Metric

Instructions

  1. Pour the non-dairy milk into a microwave safe mug. Microwave for 75 seconds or until hot. The amount of time needed may vary depending on your microwave.

  2. Stir in the unsweetened cocoa powder and sugar. Stir briskly to remove any lumps.

  3. Top with mini marshmallows if desired. Enjoy!

Recipe Notes

Your cooking time may vary based on the power of your microwave.

Please carefully test the temperature of the hot chocolate before drinking, and especially before giving to children.

Nutrition Facts
Microwave Hot Chocolate (Dairy Free).
Amount per Serving
Calories
246
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
8
g
12
%
Saturated Fat
 
2
g
13
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
4
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Sodium
 
172
mg
7
%
Potassium
 
632
mg
18
%
Carbohydrates
 
36
g
12
%
Fiber
 
5
g
21
%
Sugar
 
27
g
30
%
Protein
 
12
g
24
%
Vitamin A
 
1337
IU
27
%
Vitamin C
 
24
mg
29
%
Calcium
 
489
mg
49
%
Iron
 
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Mom to two boys with food allergies and sensitivities, Kelly is passionate about allergy friendly cooking and baking. She believes that you can enjoy amazing, easy recipes even when cooking for multiple food allergies.
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  1. Darryl

    December 07, 2021 at 9:50 pm

    5 stars
    This is so easy to make!

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