Description
Experience the rich and warming flavors of authentic Mexican hot chocolate, infused with the comforting spice of cinnamon and a gentle kick of chili. This recipe invites you to create a truly special beverage that awakens your senses and brings a touch of joy to your day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups milk (whole or 2%)
- 4 ounces Mexican chocolate (such as Ibarra or Abuelita), chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder (or to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: Sugar to taste
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, gently heat the milk over medium heat until it is warm but not boiling.
- Add the chopped Mexican chocolate to the warm milk. Whisk continuously until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Stir in the ground cinnamon, chili powder, vanilla extract, and salt. Continue to whisk until well combined.
- Taste the hot chocolate and add sugar if you prefer it sweeter.
- Continue to heat gently, whisking occasionally, until the hot chocolate is steaming and heated through. Do not boil.
- Ladle the spicy Mexican hot chocolate into mugs.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the comforting warmth and delightful spice!
Notes
- Mexican chocolate often contains cinnamon and sugar, so adjust added sugar accordingly.
- For a spicier kick, increase the chili powder or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- You can use dairy-free milk alternatives like almond or oat milk.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 35mg