Hot chocolate is the ultimate cold-weather drink. Plus, it’s perfect if you’re in search of a kid-friendly holiday drink. We’ve gathered our favorite dairy-free recipes so you can make this winter staple all season long. But before you begin whisking and sipping away, let’s first dive into everything you need to know to make vegan hot chocolate.
Hot chocolate vs hot cocoa
Although the terms “hot chocolate” and “hot cocoa” are often used interchangeably, the two drinks aren’t quite the same. While both impart a sweet dose of chocolaty flavor, their base ingredients slightly differ. Hot chocolate, as the name implies, is made by melting chocolate and combining it with hot water or vegan milk. Hot cocoa, however, is made using cocoa powder.
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Given the similar end results, our list of must-make recipes includes both vegan hot chocolate and hot coca…