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Mexican Hot Chocolate

Mexican Hot Chocolate

Renee
Mexican Hot Chocolate is Rich, creamy, and just the right amount of spice-perfect for holiday sipping with the family.
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Course Drinks
Servings 8

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp cinnamon extract
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 8 cups milks
  • whipped cream to taste optional

Instructions
 

  • 1. In a large saucepan over medium heat, whisk together the sugar, cocoa powder, cold water, cayenne pepper, and nutmeg until smooth.
  • Bring to a gentle boil, whisking often, then reduce heat and simmer for 2–3 minutes (this blooms the spices and thickens it slightly).
  • Slowly pour in the milk while stirring constantly—heat until steaming hot but not boiling (about 5–7 minutes).
  • Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
  • Pour into your favorite mugs, top with a generous dollop of whipped cream, a light dusting of cinnamon and nutmeg, and pop in a cinnamon stick for stirring (and that extra aroma!).