Mexican Hot Chocolate
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 3 cups (24floz/720ml) whole milk
- 1 cup (6oz/170g) bittersweet chocolate (finely chopped)
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (plus more for serving)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Lightly sweetened whipped cream (for serving)
Instructions
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Bring milk, chocolate, sugar, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper to a simmer in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, whisking frequently, until mixture is smooth and creamy and chocolate is melted, about 5 minutes. Don't allow the mixture to boil.
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Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
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Divide hot chocolate among mugs. Top with whipped cream and dust with a little extra cayenne pepper.