Dairy-Free Hot Chocolate (Lower in Sugar, too)
A dairy-free alternative to classic hot chocolate. Cocoa nibs and peppermint tea steeped in hot water, then added to a variety of creamy, dairy-free products. This recipe makes 1 gallon - about 16 servings.
Servings 16 cups
Ingredients
- 1/2 gallon water
- 10-15 oz cocoa nibs depending on how strong you want it
- 4 tea bags peppermint tea
- 25.4 oz nut pods creamer I used toasted marshmallow flavor and it was bussin'
- 20 oz vanilla flax milk
- 2 14oz cans coconut cream
- 1 cup sugar
- 15 drops Stevia vanilla flavor
Instructions
- In a large pot on the stove, bring the water to a boil.
- If desired, separate the cocoa nibs into 5-7 equal parts and wrap in cheesecloth, then tie up tightly. Otherwise you'll need a fine-mesh strainer on hand.
- To the hot water add your cocoa nibs and peppermint tea packets. Turn off the heat and let steep for 15-20 minutes.
- Remove the tea bags and cocoa nibs (strain if needed). Rinse out the pot and add the liquid back. Add the remaining ingredients and heat over medium low until steaming, but don't let it boil.
- Add to a crockpot on the "warm" setting to keep warm. Enjoy!