This maple hot chocolate is easy to make and delicious. This recipe makes a single serving, but you can scale it up to prepare as many portions as you need. It can be made quickly in the microwave, or you can make it on the stovetop if you prefer, which is simpler if you’re making a larger batch. Give this recipe a try if you’re looking for unique hot drinks, like this creamy lavender hot chocolate recipe, which is another good option.
Key Ingredients
You can use any type of cocoa powder you prefer when making this recipe. I used natural cocoa powder, but Dutch process cocoa powder works too. Or you can use raw cacao powder if you like.
Maple syrup adds a natural sweetness and a complex, earthy flavor to this hot chocolate. Be sure to use pure maple syrup as opposed to artificially-flavored table syrup or pancake syrup.
Vanilla extract enhances the flavors of the maple and cocoa powder in this recipe. I recommend using pure vanilla extract as opposed to artificial vanilla flavoring if possible.
I like to add a small pinch of sea salt to balance the sweetness in this drink. You can substitute regular table salt or omit it altogether if you prefer.
How to Make Maple Hot Chocolate
Add the cocoa powder and boiling water to a mug, then mix until the cocoa powder is fully dissolved.
Add the vanilla extract, maple syrup, and optional sea salt, then mix well. Add the milk, then mix again.
Next you’ll heat in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring in between, until it reaches your desired temperature (this should take about 1-2 minutes). Alternatively, heat in a pot on the stove over low-medium heat, stirring frequently until it reaches your desired temperature (this method is simpler if you’re making several servings).
Maple Hot Chocolate Recipe
Equipment
- Mug
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon boiling water
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 cup unsweetened milk of choice
- Small pinch of sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- Add 1 tablespoon cocoa powder and 1 tablespoon boiling water to a mug, then mix until the cocoa powder is fully dissolved.
- Add 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 tablespoon maple syrup, and optional sea salt, then mix well.
- Add 1 cup unsweetened milk of choice, then mix again.
- Heat in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring in between, until it reaches your desired temperature (this should take about 1-2 minutes). Alternatively, heat in a pot on the stove over low-medium heat, stirring frequently until it reaches your desired temperature (this method is simpler if you're making several servings).
Notes
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Serve right away, or store in the fridge for up to three days, then reheat and stir before serving.Â
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Absolutely delicious!! So simple to make! Tvm Jennifer
I’m so glad you enjoyed the hot chocolate! Thank you for the lovely feedback!