Dairy-Free Authentic French Chocolat Chaud
Indulge in the luxurious decadence of Dairy-Free Authentic French Chocolat Chaud, a rich and creamy treat that brings the essence of a Parisian café right into your kitchen. This recipe masterfully combines the velvety texture of full-fat coconut milk and the subtle nuttiness of unsweetened almond milk, creating the perfect base for deeply flavorful, dairy-free dark chocolate. Sweetened with a touch of cane sugar and infused with vanilla extract and a hint of sea salt, this indulgent hot chocolate delivers an irresistibly smooth and perfectly balanced dessert beverage. Thickened to perfection and served in small portions, this dairy-free take on a traditional French classic is ideal for cozy evenings, elegant gatherings, or simply satisfying your inner chocoholic. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s your go-to recipe for an authentic yet allergy-friendly taste of France!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups full-fat coconut milk
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 5 ounces dark chocolate (minimum 70% cocoa content, dairy-free)
- 2 tablespoons cane sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch sea salt
Directions
Step 1
Begin by finely chopping the dark chocolate to facilitate easy melting.
Step 2
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the full-fat coconut milk and unsweetened almond milk. Warm over medium-low heat until it's just about to simmer, but do not let it boil.
Step 3
Reduce the heat to low and add the finely chopped dark chocolate to the saucepan. Stir continuously with a whisk until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
Step 4
Add the cane sugar to the mixture, whisking thoroughly until it is completely dissolved.
Step 5
Stir in the vanilla extract and the pinch of sea salt, mixing until evenly distributed throughout the chocolat chaud.
Step 6
Continue to heat the mixture on low for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure it stays creamy and does not separate.
Step 7
Once the hot chocolate is velvety and thick, remove it from heat.
Step 8
Serve immediately in small cups or mugs, as French chocolat chaud is traditionally enjoyed in small, rich servings.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (895.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2100.2 |
| Total Fat 177.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 136.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 412.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 118.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 26.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 75.7g | |
| Protein 23.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 87.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 602.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 32.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2370.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories