Quick and easy recipe

How to make Hot Chocolate

Traditional Mexican hot chocolate, or "chocolate caliente," is a rich and indulgent beverage that has deep roots in Mexican culture. Made with high-quality chocolate, spices, and a touch of sweetness, this delightful drink is often prepared with a unique blend of flavors, including cinnamon and vanilla, which elevate its taste. Unlike the typical hot chocolate, Mexican hot chocolate has a thicker, creamier texture, thanks to the use of ingredients like milk and the traditional method of whisking it using a "molinillo," a wooden whisk that creates a frothy finish. This beloved drink is often enjoyed during festive celebrations, family gatherings, or simply as a comforting treat on a chilly day. 

 

Making traditional Mexican hot chocolate at home is an enjoyable experience that allows you to connect with Mexico’s rich culinary heritage. Start by melting quality dark chocolate in a pot with milk, and then add sugar, a pinch of salt, and spices like cinnamon and nutmeg to enhance the flavor. Once the mixture is well combined, use the molinillo to whisk the chocolate until it becomes frothy. Serve it warm, perhaps accompanied by sweet bread or churros for the perfect pairing. Whether you’re enjoying it during the holidays or as an everyday treat, this traditional hot chocolate recipe is sure to warm your heart and awaken your senses.

The origin of cocoa goes back to the Mesoamerican period, in which several pre-Hispanic cultures, including the Maya, discovered the benefits of the cacao tree. Using it for therapeutic purposes, as a currency, for sacred rituals, and as a drink. In the Chocolate Workshop of Xcaret, you can learn more about the history and even prepare your own hot chocolate like the ancient Mayans.

 

 

There are many ways and recipes to make it, but we will show you a very simple but delicious Mexican hot chocolate recipe. Perfect to make it for a family reunion or simply if you have a craving for a warm drink in the morning. The ingredients can be found in any supermarket and most importantly, it should not take you more than 20 minutes to make it.

Ingredients

Chocolate bar

-Cinnamon

-Milk

-Evaporated milk

-Wooden spoon

-Cooking pot

 

Procedure

1.- Heat 1 cup of evaporated milk and 2 cups of whole milk in a pot.

2.- When the milk boils, add the chocolate tablet until it dissolves entirely.

 

 

3.- Add cinnamon.

4.- Mix with the spoon until you get a homogeneous mixture.

 

 

5.- Warm up for 5 more minutes and serve!

Drink your hot chocolate with sweet bread or with delicious traditional churros.

 

 

If you have never tried Mexican hot chocolate before, we suggest you do it during your visit to Xcaret at the restaurant “La Cocina,” where you can enjoy authentic Mexican food and a variety of desserts that will make you fall in love.

If you are more of a coffee person, read: The Secrets Of Mexican Coffee

What other ways of making Hot Chocolate do you know?