Jun 09 2026
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Mexican Hot Chocolate Recipe

Inspired by El Charro Café Downtown
Time20m
Serves4

Hints of cinnamon, vanilla, & mild creamy chocolate

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Spices

Garnish (optional)

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Heat the Milk

    In a medium saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until it begins to steam, but do not let it boil.

  2. 2

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a separate bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, chili powder, and salt until well combined.

  3. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    Once the milk is steaming, gradually whisk the dry mixture into the milk until fully dissolved and smooth.

Final Touches

  1. 4

    Add Vanilla

    Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

  2. 5

    Serve Hot

    Pour the hot chocolate into mugs. Top with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, and garnish with a cinnamon stick if desired.

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