Vegan hot chocolate

• oat milk↗500ml 500ml
• dark chocolate↗100g vegan 100g vegan

  finely chopped, plus a grating to serve

• cinnamon stick↗1 small 1 small

  (optional)

• cardamom pods↗2 bruised 2 bruised

  (optional)

• maple syrup↗½ tbsp ½ tbsp

  (optional)

• marshmallowsvegan vegan

  to serve

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Heat all the ingredients, except the marshmallows, if using, in a small pan over a low heat, stirring frequently until the chocolate has melted. Remove and discard the whole spices with a slotted spoon, if using.

2. 2

   Divide the hot chocolate between two mugs and top with the vegan marshmallows, if using, and an extra grating of chocolate.