Warm up this winter with these amazing dairy free hot chocolate recipes! Every hot cocoa recipe in this roundup is dairy free and gluten free, with plenty of nut free, paleo, vegan, and keto options.

Happy winter, y’all! With the coming of chilly weather also comes the comfort foods, like casseroles, baked goods, and hot chocolate.
We’re big fans of hot chocolate in our house! Any day we spend time out in the cold, our first thought on entering the house is “let’s have some hot cocoa”. At least my kids anyway, I’m usually warming up my frozen hands by our fireplace ?
To celebrate that winter essential recipe, hot chocolate, we gathered up over 20 allergy friendly hot cocoa recipes! We picked a fun variety of recipes, from spiked hot chocolate to healthy turmeric hot chocolate and everything in between.
Every recipe featured here is gluten free and dairy free, and there are plenty of nut free, paleo, keto/low carb, and vegan options as well!
Gluten free and dairy free hot chocolate recipes
Cozy up this winter with these amazing gluten free and dairy free hot chocolate recipes!
Dairy Free SunButter Hot Chocolate (Paleo and Keto Options)
Cozy up this winter with our delicious SunButter Hot Chocolate! It’s easy to make and can be made as a single serving or as a larger batch on the stovetop. Our SunButter Hot Chocolate is naturally sweetened, grain free, vegan, and can easily be made paleo and keto/low carb as well.
Dairy Free Hot Cocoa Mix (Vegan)
Warm up in cold weather with this instant Dairy Free hot Cocoa Mix! It’s healthier than store bought cocoa mix and it’s allergy friendly!
Dairy Free Hot Chocolate (Gluten Free)
Don’t buy hot cocoa mix at the store when you can make some allergy friendly hot chocolate at home! This homemade hot cocoa is dairy free, with a lower calorie version too
Ultra Creamy Dairy-Free Hot Chocolate
This Ultra Creamy Dairy-Free Hot Chocolate only needs 3 ingredients and five minutes of your time to warm your cockles and sweeten your day.
Keto Hot Chocolate {Dairy Free & Paleo}
After you try this Keto Hot Chocolate Mix you’ll never go back to store-bought again! It’s creamy, rich, and only uses 3 simple ingredients! Plus, it’s dairy free, vegan, low-carb, and Paleo!
Vegan orange hot chocolate
Enjoy this delicious plant based zesty orange hot chocolate during the winter months - vegan, paleo, gluten free
Mexican Hot Chocolate
This cup of thick, creamy Mexican spiced hot chocolate was perfect. I like to put a spicy spin on my hot cocoa, mixing in cinnamon and chili powder, which is how the original hot cocoa was made. The almond meal enriches the almond flavor and helps to thicken it. It is also reminiscent of another feature of original Mexican hot chocolate, which had ground corn mixed in.
Tart Cherry Hot Chocolate
Montmorency tart cherries may help aid in muscle recovery and sleep. A mug of this creamy, decadent tart cherry hot chocolate is not only delicious but a nutritiously smart winter treat!
Dairy Free Peppermint Hot Chocolate
This dairy free peppermint hot chocolate is so creamy and decadent. It is the perfect warm and comforting drink for a chilly winter evening. So put on some Christmas music and settle in by the fire to enjoy this perfect dairy free treat.
Turmeric Hot Chocolate
Turmeric Hot Chocolate is one delicious drink and it is super healthy too. Get all the benefits of turmeric, raw cacao powder, ginger and cinnamon in one yummy drink! SO GOOD!!
Peanut Butter Instant Pot Hot Chocolate
This decadent Peanut Butter Instant Pot Hot Chocolate is the perfect touch up of the classic hot chocolate. Rich, creamy and made with only 5 ingredients, this comforting hot chocolate is great for cold days, lazy mornings and life’s indulgent moments.
Red Wine Hot Chocolate (Vegan)
This Red Wine Hot Chocolate is rich and creamy, boozy and so comforting. It’s the perfect drink for Thanksgiving, Christmas and the festive season!
Paleo & Vegan Hot Chocolate (Mix + Drink with Sugar Free Option)
This recipe is actually two in one. It starts with a dry mix that keeps in your pantry for months (and makes a great gift!). Make the mix in advance so you can whip up warm, comforting glasses of cocoa anytime you want!
Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate (Dairy-free)
Cozy up this season with Vegan Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate! It’s made with real pumpkin puree and pumpkin spice giving it a rich, decadent flavor!
Homemade Cinnamon Hot Cocoa Mix
Cool temps mean it’s time for homemade hot cocoa mix!
Gingerbread Hot Chocolate
Gingerbread Hot Chocolate is the perfect festive drink to enjoy on a cold day! Rich, with an intense chocolate flavor, is both decadent, HEALTHY and delicious
Vegan Keto Chai Hot Chocolate
Hot chocolate is every chocolate lover’s dream and this cold weather certainly calls for some. Tis’ the season of love, happiness, positivity and chocolate! Hence, presenting my version of Vegan Keto Chai hot chocolate.
Healthy Almond Milk Hot Cocoa (Vegan, Dairy-Free)
Healthy almond milk hot cocoa. 5 minutes & 4 ingredients is all what it takes to enjoy a cup of this guilt-free deliciousness. And it’s vegan & dairy-free!
Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate Recipe (Dairy-free & Vegan)!
This healthy Homemade Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate Recipe is creamy, chocolatey and bursting with peanut butter flavor! It's vegan, dairy-free, and gluten-free with a refined sugar-free option (but can also be made with regular milk or cream)! This easy homemade hot chocolate is ready in 10 minutes!
Healthy Red Velvet Hot Chocolate (hormone supportive)
This Red Velvet Hot Chocolate is prime example of how you can enjoy your holiday favourites while staying on track AND meeting your goals.
Hot Chocolate Peppermint Shots
festive and fun for all of your holiday parties – fill with hot chocolate, spiked or not, or any other holiday beverage that pairs with mint!
Christmas Hot Chocolate
My Christmas Hot Chocolate is perfect for all of your holiday adventures—pour some in a convenient Dixie To Go cup and you're ready to go!
Almond Orange Hot Cocoa
This Almond Orange Hot Cocoa is a delicious and nourishing twist on a classic winter drink. Made with almond milk and sweetened with honey, it’s a healthy and warming treat.


Sarah Jane Parker is the founder, recipe creator, and photographer behind The Fit Cookie which she founded in 2011. Sarah is based in Wyoming and has been managing food allergies for herself and her 2 children for over 20 years. Sarah was also a certified personal trainer for 12 years, as well as a group fitness instructor, health coach, running coach, and fitness nutrition specialist.