Mexican Hot Chocolate
Servings: 2 Servings
Ingredients
- 3 cups milk
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 to 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅛ teaspoon chili powder
- ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
- 3 ½ ounces bittersweet baking chocolate finely chopped
Instructions
- Heat the milk, cinnamon stick, cocoa powder, sugar, vanilla, chili powder, and cayenne pepper (if using) to a simmer over medium heat. Stir occasionally until the sugar melts completely, then reduce the heat to low.3 cups milk, 1 cinnamon stick, 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder, 2 to 3 tablespoons granulated sugar, ½ teaspoon vanilla extract, ⅛ teaspoon chili powder, ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Stir in the chopped chocolate until melted.3 ½ ounces bittersweet baking chocolate
- Top with your favorite garnishes, and enjoy immediately.
- Scroll up and see the post for tips, FAQs, and storage information.
Notes
*The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of ½ the recipe. Actual calories will vary.
*For more information, tips, and answers to frequently asked questions, please refer to the post.
Nutrition Facts
Mexican Hot Chocolate
Serving Size
1 mug
Amount per Serving
Calories
539
% Daily Value*
Fat
39
g
60
%
Saturated Fat
23
g
115
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
11
g
Cholesterol
44
mg
15
%
Sodium
155
mg
6
%
Potassium
1089
mg
31
%
Carbohydrates
50
g
17
%
Fiber
12
g
48
%
Sugar
30
g
33
%
Protein
20
g
40
%
Vitamin A
687
IU
14
%
Vitamin C
0.2
mg
0
%
Calcium
528
mg
53
%
Iron
10
mg
56
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
