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Mexican Hot Chocolate

Dark and chocolatey, with a hint of spice, this Mexican Hot Chocolate is creamy and cozy. This is easy to make from pantry staples, and makes just enough for 2 servings.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 305 kcal
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups milk
  • 2 oz dark chocolate chopped
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • Pinch of chile powder
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

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  1. In a small saucepan, combine the milk, chocolate, sugar, cocoa powder, cinnamon, chile powder, and cayenne powder (if using).
  2. Turn the heat to medium and cook, whisking often, until the chocolate is melted and everything is combined. Remove from the heat.
  3. Add the vanilla extract, then pour into mugs to serve.

Notes

  • I used a dark chocolate bar from Trader Joes - it didn’t have a percentage on it. The darker the chocolate, though, the less sweet the hot chocolate will be. You can add more or less sugar to taste.
  • If the heat is not for you, feel free to leave out the chile powder and the cayenne pepper.
  • I like to serve this with homemade whipped cream.
  • Nutrition information provided as an estimate only. Various brands and products can change the counts. Any nutritional information should be used as a general guide.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1serving Calories 305kcal (15%) Carbohydrates 35g (12%) Protein 8g (16%) Fat 15g (23%) Saturated Fat 10g (50%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 4g Trans Fat 0g Cholesterol 17mg (6%) Sodium 103mg (4%) Potassium 496mg (14%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 32g (64%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 305

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 305kcal 15%
Carbohydrates 35g 12%
Protein 8g 16%
Fat 15g 23%
Saturated Fat 10g 50%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 4g 20%
Trans Fat 0g 0%
Cholesterol 17mg 6%
Sodium 103mg 4%
Potassium 496mg 11%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 32g 64%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.