Mexican Hot Chocolate Recipe
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Mexican Hot Chocolate Recipe
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Looking for a warm, cozy treat that tastes like a hug in a mug? This easy Mexican Hot Chocolate is rich, frothy, and full of nostalgic flavor. It’s similar to champurrado, but simpler — no masa harina, no anise, and no piloncillo. Don’t worry though: just because it’s easier to make doesn’t mean it’s any less delicioso.
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Ingredients
- 8 1/4 cups water divided
- 3 cinnamon sticks
- 6 ounces Mexican chocolate
- 4 tablespoons corn starch
- 1 cup milk whole or almond milk
- Kahlua or Peppermint schnapps optional
Instructions
- Bring 8 cups of water with cinnamon sticks to a boil; remove from heat, cover, and let steep for 1 hour.
- Discard cinnamon sticks and return water to medium-low heat. Add Mexican chocolate stir until dissolved.
- In a separate cup, dissolve corn starch in ¼ cup of cold water. Stir to prevent clumps and add to pot, stirring as you pour it in.
- Add the milk and let it come to a slow boil, being careful to turn off heat as soon as it boils. It will thicken a little and will be creamier with whole milk.
Notes
- Froth it up! Use a molinillo or whisk to create that classic espuma (foam) for texture and authenticity.
- Make it party-ready: Easily double or triple the recipe and keep it warm in a slow cooker or insulated carafe.
- Don’t skip steeping: Letting the canela steep is key for deep, warming flavor.
- Make-ahead tip: You can steep the canela and melt the chocolate in advance. Once melted and smooth, let it cool and store in a covered container (like a mason jar) in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- To serve later: Reheat gently on the stove, then stir in the cornstarch slurry and milk. Heat until warm and slightly thickened, stirring often. Froth with a molinillo or whisk before serving for that classic foam on top.
- Got leftovers? Store any extra hot chocolate in the fridge for 3 days. Reheat slowly, stirring well to keep it smooth and creamy.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
145kcal
(7%)
Carbohydrates
19g
(6%)
Protein
2g
(4%)
Fat
8g
(12%)
Saturated Fat
5g
(25%)
Cholesterol
3mg
(1%)
Sodium
30mg
(1%)
Potassium
108mg
(3%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
13g
(26%)
Vitamin A
49IU
(1%)
Calcium
60mg
(6%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 145 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 145kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 19g | 6% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 3mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 30mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 108mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 13g | 26% |
| Vitamin A | 49IU | 1% |
| Calcium | 60mg | 6% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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