Description
A simple recipe for homemade hot chocolate with some delicious Mexican spices added in.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups milk
- 1/4 cup Dutch-processed unsweetened cocoa powder (or the cocoa powder of your choice)
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 tsp. cornstarch (optional thickener)
- 1 tsp. cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp. chipotle powder or chili powder
- pinch of nutmeg
- pinch of cayenne
- optional toppings: whipped cream, marshmallows, chocolate syrup, and/or chocolate shavings
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a medium saucepan. Heat over medium heat until simmering, stirring frequently. Remove from heat and serve with optional toppings.