Mexican hot chocolate is made by melting Mexican chocolate that contains sugar and cinnamon in warm milk for a richer, more intense chocolate flavor. Chile de arbol adds a touch of heat.
Preparation Time
5 mins
Cooking Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Calories
444 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Place milk and chocolate in a small saucepan over medium-low heat and simmer, stirring, until chocolate is melted but not boiling, about 5 minutes.
Step 2
Pour chocolate mixture into a blender. Cover and hold lid down with a potholder; blend until foamy. Pour into a mug. Break the chile into 2 or 3 pieces, discarding seeds, and drop into the hot chocolate. Drink immediately.
Ingredients
1 cup whole milk
1 dried red chile de arbol, lightly toasted
0.5 Mexican hot chocolate drink tablet (such as Nestle® Abuelita®)
