Mexican Hot Chocolate

Mexican Hot Chocolate

Hot chocolate spiced with vanilla, cinnamon, and a hint of chile pepper. The perfect drink to warm you up on a cold winter night!

Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
6 mins
Total Time:
11 mins
Yield:
8 servings
Servings:
8

Ingredients

  • 1 vanilla bean
  • 1 teaspoon Urfa biber (Turkish chile pepper)
  • 6 cups milk
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 8 ounces bittersweet chocolate
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • ½ cup whipped cream, or to taste
  • 1 tablespoon grated bittersweet chocolate

Directions

Step 1
Split vanilla bean lengthwise with the tip of a sharp knife. Place Urfa biber in a tea infuser.

Step 2
Combine vanilla bean, Urfa biber, milk, and cinnamon stick in a pot.

Step 3
Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until milk is steaming and small bubbles appear, 4 to 5 minutes. Remove Urfa biber. Reduce heat to low. Add chocolate and sugar; stir until chocolate is melted, about 2 minutes. Remove cinnamon stick and vanilla bean.

Step 4
Pour into cups and top with a dollop of whipped cream. Garnish with bittersweet chocolate.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

289
Calories
15g
Fat
31g
Carbs
8g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 289
% Daily Value *
Total Fat15g 19%
Saturated Fat9g 45%
Cholesterol19mg 6%
Sodium82mg 4%
Total Carbohydrate31g 11%
Dietary Fiber3g 9%
Total Sugars27g
Protein8g
Vitamin C0mg 2%
Calcium222mg 17%
Iron0mg 2%
Potassium404mg 9%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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