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    Home » Drinks

    Peppermint Hot Chocolate (Paleo, Keto, Vegan)

    December 11, 2014 Updated: September 15, 2021 by Lisa Wells / 4 Comments

    This paleo, keto, and vegan peppermint hot chocolate recipe is made with coconut milk and cacao powder for a decadent dairy-free treat.

    Keto Paleo Peppermint Hot Chocolate made with coconut milk and cocoa powder


    It's been cold and snowy the last couple of days. It's a perfect time to snuggle by the fire with a cup of paleo peppermint hot chocolate. It's rich, creamy, and completely dairy-free.

    Unlike my drinking chocolate recipe, which is made with melted unsweetened chocolate, this is a hot chocolate made with cacao powder. I always have cans of coconut milk and cacao powder in the pantry, so I can whip up this hot cocoa any time. This post contains some affiliate links for your convenience. Read my full disclosure policy here.

    The coconut milk makes it extra creamy and decadent. I use BPA-free canned coconut milk with no guar gum or other additives --- the ingredients are just coconut and water. It can be pretty thick straight out of the can. So to make the hot chocolate, I dilute the coconut milk with just enough water to get it to the consistency of whole milk.

    This is a really easy hot cocoa recipe to adapt to your own taste. I like it not too sweet, and with just a hint of peppermint. It makes a perfect keto hot chocolate sweetened with a touch of stevia. You can always add more sweetener (or use maple syrup for vegan), or more peppermint if you like. However you make it, it's sure to warm you up on a cold winter's day --- especially if you have it with low carb treats.

    Paleo Peppermint Hot Chocolate - made with coconut milk and cocoa powder. It's rich, creamy and dairy-free.

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    Peppermint Hot Chocolate Recipe

    A super easy homemade peppermint hot chocolate that can be made keto or vegan by swapping the sweetener.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time: 5 minutes mins
    Total Time: 10 minutes mins
    Servings: 4 servings
    Course: Drinks
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Keto, Low Carb, Paleo, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Author: Lisa Wells

    Ingredients

    • 1 can coconut milk 13.5 ounce
    • ½ cup water
    • 3 tablespoons organic cacao powder
    • liquid stevia or honey, or maple syrup to taste
    • 1-2 drops culinary peppermint essential oil to taste

    Instructions

    • Combine coconut milk, water, cacao, honey, and peppermint in a small sauce pan.
    • Whisk over low heat until hot and completely smooth.

    Notes

    For keto: use stevia for sweetener
    For vegan: use maple syrup for sweetener
    Nutrition facts are calculated using stevia.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 239kcal Carbohydrates: 7g Protein: 3g Fat: 24g Saturated Fat: 21g Cholesterol: 0mg Sodium: 17mg Potassium: 320mg Fiber: 3g Sugar: 3g Vitamin C: 2.8mg Calcium: 21mg Iron: 2.2mg
    Keyword: Quick and Easy
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    Comments

    1. Kelly Smith

      December 16, 2014 at 12:47 pm

      This looks so warm and delicious! Sharing this treat on social media this week! Can't wait to give it a try myself! 🙂

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      • Lisa

        December 18, 2014 at 2:10 pm

        Thanks Kelly! 🙂

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    2. Kelli H (Made in Sonoma)

      December 16, 2014 at 4:41 pm

      This looks delicious! I'm going to have to try it when I'm up in the mountains over Christmas.

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      • Lisa

        December 18, 2014 at 2:12 pm

        That sounds wonderful! Have a great holiday! 🙂

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