Ingredients
* ½ cup cooked or canned black beans, drained and rinsed well
* ½ cup unsweetened Oat Milk, plus more as needed
* 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
* ½ tablespoon maple syrup, or 2 pitted dates
* ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
* A couple of dashes of ground cinnamon
Directions
Add the black beans, Oat Milk, cocoa powder, and dates or maple syrup to a high-speed blender.
Blend on high for 60–90 seconds, until completely smooth.
For an extra-smooth drink, pour the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a small saucepan, pressing it through with a spoon.
Discard any remaining bean pieces. Otherwise, pour the mixture directly into the saucepan.
Warm over medium-low heat for 3–5 minutes, stirring frequently, until smooth and steaming. Do not boil.
Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Taste and adjust the sweetness if desired. If the hot chocolate is thicker than you prefer, add another splash of Oat Milk.
Serve warm. Pour into your favorite mug and enjoy immediately.