Creamy, dreamy, rich and smooth Coconut Milk Hot Chocolate. Made with real chocolate and topped with toasted coconut - this cocoa recipe will top any version from your coffee shop.

What Is Coconut Milk Hot Chocolate?

This recipe is a twist on classic hot chocolate. It starts with canned coconut milk combined with cows milk and warmed, and also some real chocolate melted in! I went with chocolate chips, because I wanted it to be rich and delicious and didn't think cocoa powder would give me the taste I was looking for. This coconut milk hot chocolate is topped with whipped cream and toasted coconut and for perfection! This is the perfect cup of goodness to snuggle up with on the couch.

What Do I Need To Make Coconut Milk Hot Chocolate?

For this recipe, you'll need:

¼ cup sweetened coconut flakes
15 oz canned coconut milk
16 oz low fat cows milk
1 cup chocolate chips
1 teaspoon coconut extract
whipped cream

How do you make coconut hot chocolate from scratch?

If you can stir, you can make this divine hot cocoa. Let me show you how:

1. In a small skillet add sweetened coconut flakes. Over medium heat toast, stirring frequently, until golden brown. Set aside.

2. In a large saucepan, add cows milk.

3. Pour in canned coconut milk.

4. Add chocolate chips. Using medium heat, stir until chocolate chips start to melt.

5. Add 1 teaspoon coconut extract.

6. Stir and cook until frothy and chocolate is completely combined.

7. Pour into four mugs.

8. Top with whipped cream and reserved toasted coconut.

Coconut Hot Cocoa Q&A

Can I use all coconut milk?

Yes! I would recommend using the coconut milk from a carton in place of the dairy milk. The canned milk is too thick to use in place of the cow's milk.

Is coconut milk better than cow's milk?

Coconut milk has fewer nutrients than dairy milk. While many brands of coconut milk provide calcium, vitamin A, vitamin B12 and vitamin D, these nutrients are all fortified.

What's the difference between hot chocolate and hot cocoa?

Hot cocoa is made from cocoa powder. Hot chocolate is a liquid made from cocoa beans. Even though the terms are used interchangeably by many chocoholics, the two hot beverages are not the same.

Warm Drinks And Gettin' Cozy

There is something about gettin' cozy in the cooler months. I love warm lazy pants and snuggling under a blanket. A cup of warm something is perfect for the season and I promise you won't regret this recipe. It is one of my favorites along with:

Variations

Making hot chocolate from scratch comes with the ability to alter the taste to your linking,

Use dark chocolate chips for a richer flavor
Use whole milk for a thicker texture.
Use skim milk to make it lighter.

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Coconut Milk Hot Chocolate

Creamy, dreamy, rich and smooth Coconut Milk Hot Chocolate. Made with real chocolate and topped with toasted coconut - this cocoa recipe will top any version from your coffee shop.

5 from 1 vote

Print Rate

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 15

Total Time: 25

Servings:

Calories: 535kcal

Author: Kadee & Desarae

Ingredients

Instructions

In a small skillet add sweetened coconut flakes. Over medium heat toast, stirring frequently, until golden brown. Set aside.
In a large saucepan, add cows milk.
Pour in canned coconut milk.
Add chocolate chips. Using medium heat, stir until chocolate chips start to melt.
Add 1 teaspoon coconut extract.
Stir and cook until frothy and chocolate is completely combined.
Pour into four mugs.
Top with whipped cream and reserved toasted coconut.

Notes

Coconut Hot Cocoa Q&A