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    Oat Milk Hot Chocolate

    Published: Sep 9, 2022 by Rebecca Taig · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    Cozy up with a mug of this delicious homemade oat milk hot chocolate. This creamy oat milk hot chocolate recipe is made with only 4 ingredients, takes less than 10 minutes to make, and is both gluten-free and dairy-free.

    A white mug filled halfway with a stream of hot chocolate flowing into the cup, and a small bowl of white marshmallows in the background.

    Why You Will Love This Recipe

    This hot chocolate with oat milk is rich, smooth, and ultra-creamy. Perfect for those cooler evenings! This recipe is super easy to make in less than ten minutes and has no refined sugar, gluten, or dairy. Sure to become a healthier favorite indulgence!

    Looking for more delicious chocolate recipes?

    You are going to love my chocolate crinkle cookies, fudgy chocolate brownie cookies, chocolate mint cookies, and double chocolate chip cookies.

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    • Why You Will Love This Recipe
    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Substitutions
    • Toppings and Variations
    • Serve and Storage
    • FAQ
    • Recipe
    • Reviews

    Ingredients

    An aerial shot of hot chocolate ingredients. A white creamer glass is filled with oat milk with three small white bowls filled with cocoa powder, maple syrup, and salt.
    • Oat Milk: Look for unsweetened gluten-free oat milk that contains no sugar.
    • Cocoa Powder: You can use unsweetened regular cocoa or dutch processed cocoa, just not hot cocoa mix. We love using dutch processed cocoa for a richer chocolate flavor.
    • Maple Syrup: For sweetness, add organic pure maple syrup. Honey can be substituted for a non-vegan option.
    • Salt: A pinch of salt helps balance the sweetness.

    Instructions

    A stainless steel pot with hot cocoa ingredients not mixed.

    Combine all of the ingredients in a saucepan over medium-high heat, bringing the oat milk to a simmer.

    Avoid letting the mixture come to a boil, to prevent the oat milk from curdling.

    A stainless steel pot with  whisked hot chocolate. The whisk is inside the pot with visible hot chocolate bubbles.

    Whisk continuously for 2-3 minutes until the cocoa powder has fully dissolved.

    Pour the oat milk hot chocolate into your choice of mugs. Serve and garnish with your favorite toppings.

    Substitutions

    Can I use a different type of milk if I don’t have oat? Yes, you can technically use any type of milk including regular cow's milk. Other non-dairy milk options include:

    • Almond Milk
    • Cashew Milk
    • Hazlenut MIlk
    • Walnut Milk
    • Coconutmilk Milk

    Toppings and Variations

    Here are some ideas to customize your hot cocoa with oat milk!

    • Sweeter Version: You can adjust the amount of maple syrup to your liking.
    • Vanilla or Peppermint Extract: Add ¼ teaspoon of your favorite extract.
    • Whipped Cream: You can use homemade whipped cream, store-bought, or vegan whipped cream.
    • Marshmallows: Add a few marshmallows to the final product.
    • Spices: Add a dash of cinnamon, nutmeg, cardamom, or additional cocoa powder on top.
    A large ceramic white mug filled with hot chocolate and marshmallows inside.

    Serve and Storage

    Serve this oat milk hot chocolate warm, straight from the stovetop.

    If making this to serve guests, you can add the hot chocolate to a crockpot and keep the crockpot on low.

    Leftovers can be stored in a glass in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

    You can reheat until warm on the stove pot in a steel pot, or microwave for 1-2 minutes.

    A large white mug with hot chocolate being poured inside. A small white bowl of marshmallows are in the background with two small white marshmallows in front of the cup.

    FAQ

    Can you make hot chocolate with oat milk?

    Yes, oat milk can be used in hot chocolate. Just make sure to avoid boiling in order to prevent the oat milk from curdling.

    Does oat milk need to be refrigerated?

    Depending on the brand, some oat milk is shelf-stable and does not have to be refrigerated until opened. Once the oat milk has been opened, you can store it in the refrigerator for up to 10 days. Always make sure to read the food labels to make sure you are storing the oat milk properly.

    Does oat milk contain gluten?

    Not all oat milk is gluten-free. Many are cross-contaminated with gluten, therefore it's always important for those with celiac disease to check the food labels and look for a certified gluten-free brand. Gluten-Free Oat Milk brands include Elmhurst, Califia, Oatly, Planet Oat,

    What does hot chocolate with oat milk taste like?

    Oat milk hot chocolate has a slightly oat-like flavor, both sweet and nutty. It makes hot chocolate creamy and delicious.

    Recipe

    A zoomed in photo of oat milk hot chocolate being poured into a white ceramic mug.

    Oat Milk Hot Chocolate

    Recipe Author : Rebecca Taig
    Diet :Gluten Free, Low Lactose, Vegan
    Cozy up with a mug of this delicious homemade oat milk hot chocolate. This creamy oat milk hot chocolate recipe is made with only 4 ingredients, takes less than 10 minutes to make, and is both gluten-free and dairy-free.
    5 from 2 votes
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    Course Drinks
    Cuisine American
    Prep Time 1 minute min
    Cook Time 5 minutes mins
    Total Time 6 minutes mins
    Servings 2 people
    Calories 177 kcal
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    Ingredients
     

    • 2 cups oat milk, unsweetened
    • 4 tablespoons cocoa powder, unsweetened
    • 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
    • pinch sea salt

    Instructions
     

    • Combine all of the ingredients in a saucepan over medium-high heat, bringing the oat milk to a simmer. Avoid letting the mixture come to a boil, to prevent the oat milk from curdling.
    • Whisk continuously for 2-3 minutes until the cocoa powder has fully dissolved.
      Pour the oat milk hot chocolate into your choice of mugs. Serve and garnish with your favorite toppings.

    Notes

    Avoid Boiling The Milk:
    In order to prevent the oat milk from curdling.
     
    Use Your Favorite Cocoa Powder, Not Hot Chocolate Mix!
    We love using dutch processed cocoa
     
    Make in Advance in Crockpot, Keep on Low
    You can serve this to guests in a crock pot on low/warm heat.
     
    This recipe can be doubled or tripled for guests

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1cupCalories: 177kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 5gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.04gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gSodium: 117mgPotassium: 315mgFiber: 7gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 492IUCalcium: 380mgIron: 3mg
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