This homemade Hazelnut Chocolate Milk is like Nutella in a glass—rich, creamy, and completely dairy-free. Made with soaked hazelnuts, cocoa powder, and maple syrup, it’s smooth, naturally sweet, and packed with chocolate flavor. Enjoy it cold over ice for a refreshing treat or warm it up for a cozy drink that feels indulgent but wholesome. Perfect for kids, post-workout cravings, or anyone who loves a good chocolate fix without the dairy.
15 minutesmins
Soaking times8 hourshrs
8 hourshrs15 minutesmins
4servings
Calories: 225kcal
Ingredients
1cupraw hazelnuts
3cupsfiltered water
3–4 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
2tbspmaple syrupor to taste
¼tspvanilla extract
Pinchof sea salt
Instructions
Soak hazelnuts in filtered water for 6–8 hours or overnight.
Drain and rinse, then blend with 3 cups water until smooth.
Add cocoa, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt. Blend again.
Strain through a nut milk bag or fine strainer.
Serve cold or heat gently to enjoy warm.
Notes
Use almonds or cashews if you don’t have hazelnuts.Sweeten with dates instead of syrup if preferred.Serve hot for a cozy winter drink.