Mexican Hot Chocolate
Warm up with this rich and creamy Mexican Hot Chocolate, spiced with cinnamon and a hint of chili for a cozy drink that’s both comforting and bold.
Servings 4 servings
Calories 239kcal
Ingredients
- 4 cups whole milk or milk of choice
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar or to taste
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional, for heat
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch table salt I like to sub with pink hymalayan sea salt
Whipped cream or marshmallows, for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Whisk the milk, cocoa powder, sugar, cinnamon, cayenne (if using), and salt in a medium saucepan over medium heat until smooth.
- Continue cooking, whisking occasionally, until the mixture is hot but not boiling.
- Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Serve in mugs and top with whipped cream or marshmallows if desired.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 239kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 29mg | Sodium: 95mg | Potassium: 534mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 29g | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 317mg | Iron: 2mg | Net Carbohydrates: 30g