Champurrado (Mexican Hot Chocolate)
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4.9
Champurrado (Mexican Hot Chocolate)
Description
Champurrado combines piloncillo, cinnamon, and Mexican chocolate melted together in water, then thickened with cornmeal dissolved in water. The mixture is simmered until smooth and creamy, resulting in a thick hot chocolate with a subtle spiced sweetness from the cinnamon and piloncillo. The cornmeal gives it a distinctive creaminess and body that differentiates it from regular hot chocolate.
The preparation involves simmering the sweetened water with cinnamon and piloncillo, then melting Mexican chocolate into the mixture. A slurry of cornmeal and water is slowly whisked in through a strainer to prevent lumps. Stirring continuously while bringing to a boil helps develop a smooth, thick texture.
Serve champurrado hot, taking care as it has a thick consistency. It traditionally accompanies Mexican breakfasts or festive occasions. Enjoy it as a warming beverage with a spoon if preferred.
Ingredients
- 8 cups water
- 5 oz piloncillo chopped, or 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 2 Mexican chocolate 185 grams, bars
- 3/4 cup cornmeal
Instructions
- Begin by bringing 6 cups of water to boil together with the cinnamon stick and the chopped piloncillo. Leave it to simmer for 10 minutes, or until the piloncilo has melted. If you are using sugar, it should only take about 5 minutes.
- Once the sweetener has dissolved, add the two chocolate bars and melt them in the pot, stirring often.
- While the chocolate is melting, mix the cornflour and the remaining 2 cups of water by hand until you achieve a creamy texture.
- When the chocolate mixture has become homogenous, slowly pour in the cornflour through a strainer to avoid any lumps. Stir the mixture with a hand mixer to combine the ingredients well.
- Increase the heat to medium-high until the champurrado begins to boil, then reduce the heat and allow it to simmer. Stir constantly to avoid burning the champurrado.
- After 6 to 8 minutes the mixture should begin to thicken. Cook it for a further 5 minutes.
- Turn off the heat and serve. Be careful! The thick consistency of the champurrado keeps the drink extremely hot!
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