Creamy Hot Chocolate with Heavy Cream (No Milk)
This hot chocolate recipe skips the milk and uses heavy cream for a rich, velvety drink that’s pure indulgence. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a cozy, café-style treat at home—perfect for cold nights, holiday gatherings, or whenever you crave a chocolatey escape.
Equipment
- Medium saucepan
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Heatproof mixing spoon or spatula
- Mugs for serving
Ingredients
- ¼ cup Cocoa powder
- ½ cup Sugar
- ⅓ cup Hot water
- Salt – just a pinch
- 4 cups Non-dairy milk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- Whipped topping
Instructions
- Combine cocoa and sugar – In a medium saucepan, whisk together the cocoa powder, sugar, and salt until evenly mixed.
- Add hot water – Pour in the hot water and whisk over medium heat until the mixture forms a smooth chocolate base.
- Simmer briefly – Let it cook for about 2 minutes, stirring constantly so the cocoa dissolves fully and doesn’t scorch.
- Pour in non-dairy milk – Slowly add your choice of almond, oat, soy, or other non-dairy milk. Keep whisking to blend everything smoothly.
- Heat gently – Warm the mixture over medium-low heat until it’s hot but not boiling, stirring often to prevent sticking.
- Add vanilla – Stir in the vanilla extract for extra depth and aroma.
- Serve and garnish – Pour into mugs and top with dairy-free whipped cream or a sprinkle of cocoa powder if you’d like.
