15-Minute Mexican Hot Chocolate with Cacao Bliss
A rich and spicy Mexican hot chocolate made with cacao for a deep, authentic flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Total Time: 15 mins
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 2 tbsp cacao powder
- 2 tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of chili powder (optional)
Instructions
- Heat milk in a saucepan over medium heat until warm.
- Whisk in cacao powder, sugar, and cinnamon stick.
- Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and add vanilla extract and chili powder (if using).
- Strain to remove cinnamon stick and serve hot.
Notes
- Use a whisk to prevent clumps.
- Adjust sweetness and spice to your preference.
- For a creamier texture, use whole milk or coconut milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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