Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups oat milk
- 1 tablespoon Dutch cocoa powder
- 1 scoop unflavored protein powder
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of sea salt
For Garnish
- Whipped cream
- Chocolate shavings
Instructions
- Heat the oat milk: Pour the oat milk into a small saucepan or pot and place over medium-low heat. Warm the milk carefully, making sure not to let it boil or overheat to preserve its flavor and texture.
- Mix in the dry ingredients: Once the milk is warm, whisk in the Dutch cocoa powder, unflavored protein powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt. Stir continuously until all the powders are fully dissolved and there are no lumps.
- Adjust consistency: If the hot chocolate is too thick, slowly add a little more oat milk while whisking until you get the desired smooth and creamy consistency.
- Serve and garnish: Pour the prepared hot chocolate into a mug. Top it with whipped cream and sprinkle chocolate shavings on top to finish the drink beautifully.
Notes
- Use Dutch cocoa powder for a smooth and less acidic chocolate flavor.
- Choose unflavored protein powder to avoid altering the hot chocolate’s taste.
- Oat milk provides a creamy texture and is a great dairy-free option.
- Maple syrup adds natural sweetness; adjust to taste.
- Be careful not to boil the milk to prevent a burnt or bitter flavor.
- For a vegan version, ensure whipped cream is plant-based.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
