Easy Mexican Hot Cocoa
Easy Mexican Hot Cocoa is a rich, cozy drink made with real chocolate, warm cinnamon, and a gentle touch of chili for comforting depth and subtle heat, ready in minutes.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 13 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
4 cups whole milk
3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Add milk, cocoa powder, sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, chocolate chips, and chili powder to a medium saucepan.
- Whisk well until smooth and fully combined with no lumps.
- Heat over medium heat, whisking occasionally, until hot and steaming.
- Do not allow the mixture to boil.
- Pour into mugs and serve immediately with desired toppings.
Notes
Optional cayenne adds extra heat.
Use dark chocolate chips for a richer cocoa.
Stir well when reheating to maintain smooth texture.
Adjust sugar and spice levels to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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