Spiced Mexican Hot Chocolate
Rich, frothy hot chocolate spiked with cinnamon, chile, and a whisper of vanilla. Ready in 5 minutes with a hand frother or whisk for that signature silky foam.
- Total time
- 5 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 220
- Protein
- 8g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat milk in a small saucepan over medium until tiny bubbles form at the edges, about 2 minutes.
Step 2
Whisk in cocoa powder, sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, and cayenne until no lumps remain.
Step 3
Use a hand frother or whisk vigorously until the surface turns thick and frothy, 1–2 minutes.
Step 4
Pour into mugs, dividing the foam evenly between them.
Step 5
Serve immediately while hot and foamy.
Tools you’ll need
- small saucepan
- whisk or hand frother
- 2 mugs
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