Creamy Matcha Hot Chocolate

It’s rich, it’s creamy, and it’s for everybody (vegan-friendly)! The best part? It’s ridiculously easy to make.

I wanted to make hot chocolate using chocolate pieces, not powder. Because I am a huge matcha lover, I decided to combine the two, and thus, hot chocolate just got a major upgrade. Try dipping the marshmallows into this creamy drink, you’ll love it for sure.

PERFECT for the holiday season.

Ingredients

Hot Chocolate:

• 1.5 cups coconut milk 
• 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate (chopped)
• 3 tsp matcha powder
• 2 tsp vanilla extract

Matcha Coconut Whipped Cream:

• 1/2 can coconut cream (cream contents only)
• 1 tsp maple syrup
• 1 tsp matcha powder

Topping:

Marshmallows

Instructions

1. Add all the hot chocolate ingredients together in a pot over medium low heat. Be sure to whisk the mixture often to prevent anything sticking/burning on the bottom.
2. When the hot chocolate is steaming and everything is smooth, pour into mugs and top with the coconut whipped cream and marshmallows.
3. For the coconut whipped cream, beat all ingredients until smooth with an electric mixer for about 2 minutes.

Note: Make sure the canned coconut cream is refrigerated overnight before whipping.

If you do try out this recipe, be sure to leave a comment and/or give it a rating! I’d also love to see your creations so don’t forget to tag me on Instagram!