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Vegan chocolate on parchment paper.

Easy Vegan Chocolate Recipe (Only 3 Ingredients)

Justine Drosdovech
Made with only cacao powder, coconut oil, and maple syrup, this simple 3-ingredient vegan chocolate recipe is the perfect treat to always have on hand.
5 from 32 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Freeze Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American, South American, Vegan
Servings 10 servings
Calories 87 kcal

Equipment

  • Whisk
  • Double boiler
  • Baking pan

Ingredients
 

US Customary - Metric
  • ⅓ cup coconut oil
  • ½ cup cacao powder
  • 3 tablespoons maple syrup

Add-ins

  • ¼ cup toasted nuts of choice
  • ¼ cup dried fruit of choice

Instructions
 

  • Melt the coconut oil in a microwave in 10-second increments. Alternatively, melt it over the stovetop in a double boiler until it turns liquid.
  • Add in the maple syrup and cacao powder, whisking until all the clumps are gone. It's best to sift the cacao powder to remove large clumps.
  • You can also add in dried fruit or nuts of choice at this point. I decided to add in toasted pecans and cranberries.
  • Once everything is stirred together, pour the chocolate mixture onto a parchment-lined pan or into a silicone chocolate mold. Place it in the freezer for about 30-60 minutes until it hardens.
  • Once the chocolate has set, break it into bite-size pieces and store it in the freezer in an airtight container for an easy snack. Happy eating!

Notes

Use quality ingredients: The better quality your cacao powder, coconut oil, and maple syrup are, the richer and more nutrient-dense your vegan chocolate recipe will be.
Add-ins last: If you’re using nuts or fruits, ensure they're mixed in after the primary ingredients are well combined.
Don’t forget parchment paper: Parchment paper makes removing the set chocolate much easier. You can also use a silicone baking mat.
Have patience: Make sure the chocolate is fully set before breaking it into pieces. I know it’s hard, but it’ll be worth it!
Overheating can cause the coconut oil to smoke. Use gentle, consistent heat to prevent it from burning and affecting the overall chocolate taste.
You can sift the cacao powder to help prevent clumps, resulting in a smoother, more refined texture.
You don’t want the mixture to be too thin, or it may become brittle. Aim for around a ¼-inch thickness.
Nutritional information is a rough estimate and should not be taken as health advice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 87kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 71mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Calcium: 4.5mg | Iron: 0.16mg
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