Mexican Hot Chocolate

Ingredients
  • 2 C whole milk
  • 2 T unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 T sugar
  • 1/2 t cinnamon
  • 1/4 t vanilla extract
  • 1/8 t chili powder
  • 1/8 t cayenne pepper
  • 1 oz bittersweet chocolate
    • 2–4 oz to make it thicker

Optional toppings

  • Whipped cream
  • Cinnamon (sprinkled on top)
  • Pinch of cayenne or chili powder
  • Dulce de leche
  • Cajeta (Mexican caramel)
  • Marshmallows
  • Chocolate shavings
  • Cinnamon stick (for stirring)
Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, add milk, cocoa powder, sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, chili powder, cayenne pepper (if desired)
  2. Mix together with a whisk, add the bittersweet chocolate and heat until the chocolate has completely melted and the mixture is hot, but not boiling
  3. Divide hot chocolate into 2 mugs and serve with marshmallows, chocolate shavings and a cinnamon stick
Ingredients
Milk (whole)
Cocoa (powder unsweetened)
Sugar (granulated)
Cinnamon (Saigon/Cassia)
Vanilla (extract)
Chili Powder
Cayenne Pepper
Chocolate (bittersweet)
Marshmallows
Cinnamon (sticks)
Categories
Beverages
Mexican
Cooking Method
Stovetop