Mexican Hot Chocolate

Sep 14, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Easy

A warm, spicy hot chocolate drink made with unsweetened cocoa, cinnamon, and a hint of cayenne for a subtle kick, steamed with whole milk.

Prep 5 min

Cook 5 min

Total 10 min

Servings 1

Diet Gluten free

Ingredients

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servings

2.0 tbsp (15.0 g)unsweetened cocoa powder
2.0 tbsp (25.0 g)granulated sugar
10.0 fl oz (300.0 ml)whole milk
¼ tsp (0.5 g)ground cinnamon
⅛ tsp (0.3 g)cayenne pepper

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Instructions

Combine cocoa powder, sugar, and 2 fl oz of milk in a saucepan over medium-low heat.
Whisk continuously until smooth and the mixture is well combined.
Add the remaining milk, ground cinnamon, and cayenne pepper.
Heat the mixture until steaming and hot, but do not boil.
Pour into a mug and serve immediately.

Tips

For a richer texture, use half-and-half instead of whole milk. Adjust the cayenne pepper to control the heat level.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make mexican hot chocolate?

Plan on 5 minutes of prep and 5 minutes of cooking. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make mexican hot chocolate ahead?

Best fresh. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 2 days and rewarm gently on the stove; don't let it boil.

A warm, spicy hot chocolate drink made with unsweetened cocoa, cinnamon, and a hint of cayenne for a subtle kick, steamed with whole milk.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

321 Calories / serving

12.3g Fat

48.9g Carbs

12.9g Protein

41.0g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~321 cal · 12g fat · 49g carbs · 13g protein · 41g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 321 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

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Dancing 52 min
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