Dairy-Free Iced Chocolate Drink
Indulge in the rich and refreshing flavors of this Dairy-Free Iced Chocolate Drink—an absolute treat for warm days or when you're craving a decadent yet guilt-free chocolate delight. This easy-to-make recipe combines unsweetened cocoa powder, almond milk, and a hint of vanilla to create the perfect balance of bold chocolatey goodness and natural creaminess without any dairy. Blended with ice for a smooth, frosty finish, this homemade chocolate beverage is ideal for vegans or those with dairy sensitivities. Customize your drink with optional toppings like dairy-free whipped cream or chocolate shavings for an extra indulgent touch. Ready in just 10 minutes, this dairy-free iced chocolate is the ultimate quick and delicious pick-me-up you'll want to savor time and time again!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Hot water
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups Unsweetened almond milk
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- as desired Dairy-free whipped cream (optional)
- as desired Chocolate shavings or dairy-free chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine the unsweetened cocoa powder and sugar.
Add the hot water to the dry mixture and stir until the cocoa and sugar are completely dissolved, forming a smooth paste.
Stir in the vanilla extract.
In a blender, pour in the unsweetened almond milk followed by the cocoa mixture.
Add the ice cubes to the blender. Blend on high speed until smooth and frothy.
Taste the iced chocolate drink and adjust the sweetness if needed by adding more sugar or cocoa, and blend briefly to incorporate.
Pour the blended chocolate drink into glasses.
If desired, top with dairy-free whipped cream and sprinkle with chocolate shavings or dairy-free chocolate chips.
Serve immediately and enjoy the refreshing dairy-free iced chocolate drink.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
302 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.7 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.3 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 232 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.9 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.3 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.6 g | ||
| Protein | 5.4 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.3 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 660 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 347 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
