Description
This vegan rosemary orange hot chocolate is rich, flavoful, and the perfect warm and cozy treat! Chopped vegan dark chocolate ensures a smooth and rich flavor while fresh rosemary, orange peel, and orange juice lend a wintry vibe. Factor in about 20 minutes for a mug in order to allow time for the orange and rosemary to infuse their flavor into the oat milk.
Ingredients
- 1 cup oat milk
- 1 small sprig rosemary, about 3 inches long
- 1 strip orange peel, about 3 inches long
- 1 small pinch sea salt
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar, packed
- 1 ounce vegan dark chocolate, chopped
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
Instructions
Add the oat milk, sprig of rosemary, and orange peel to a small sauce pan or pot. Gently muddle the rosemary and orange peel with a wooden spoon several times to help release some of their oils, then warm the milk over medium low heat until just before it begins to bubble (about 7-8 minutes). Remove the pan from the heat and allow the milk to infuse for 5 minutes.
After 5 minutes, fish out the rosemary and orange peel, then return the pan back to medium heat. Add the sea salt and brown sugar and stir until the sugar is dissolved.
When you see steam begin to rise from the milk, slowly begin to add the chopped chocolate a little at a time, whisking continuously until all of the chocolate has melted and the hot chocolate is smooth. Remove from the heat and stir in the orange juice.
Pour into your mug then enjoy!
Notes
- Make sure you’re mostly just removing the peel of the orange without the white pith as it can add a more bitter flavor. The easiest way to do this is with a vegetable peeler.
- If you’re not vegan or dairy-free, feel free to use your favorite milk here. The higher in fat, the richer the flavor.
- I do not recommend using chocolate chips here as they do not melt as easily as a dark chocolate bar.
- A sweeter orange will taste better in the hot chocolate than a sour orange. I recommend using a clementine, satsuma, or navel variety. Since clementines are often fairly small, you’ll most likely need 2 here.
- If you want your hot chocolate frothy, use a handheld milk frother to froth it in the pan or in your mug.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: drink