Description
Chilled Mexican hot chocolate offers a refreshing twist on classic comfort. Rich cocoa blends with cinnamon and a hint of heat, creating a cool escape that delights your senses and transports you to sunny Mexican afternoons.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Chocolate Ingredients:
- ½ cup dark chocolate (chips or chopped bar)
- 2 tablespoons cacao powder
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Liquid and Sweetener Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups nut milk of choice
- 2 tablespoons coconut sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon espresso powder
Texture and Seasoning Ingredients:
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- 2 cups ice
Optional Toppings:
- coconut whipped cream
- chopped chocolate
- extra cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Carefully melt dark chocolate in a skillet over low heat, stirring gently until it transforms into a silky, uniform consistency.
- Remove the skillet from heat and introduce almond milk and coconut sugar, whisking thoroughly to create a harmonious, smooth liquid.
- Incorporate cacao powder, pure vanilla extract, freshly brewed espresso, ground cinnamon, cayenne pepper, and flaky sea salt into the mixture, stirring continuously until the liquid becomes completely homogeneous with no visible lumps.
- Transfer the chocolate blend to a clean mixing bowl and refrigerate for approximately 10 minutes, allowing the mixture to cool and slightly thicken.
- Add the chilled chocolate mixture and a generous handful of ice cubes to a high-powered blender, processing on high speed until the texture becomes creamy, frothy, and thoroughly combined.
- Carefully pour the frozen hot chocolate into chilled serving glasses, creating an elegant presentation and ensuring an even distribution.
- Garnish with optional toppings such as whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or a light dusting of cinnamon if desired, transforming the beverage into a decadent treat.
Notes
- Chocolate melts beautifully at low heat, preventing burning and ensuring smooth texture.
- Coconut sugar adds natural sweetness and rich caramel undertones to the hot chocolate.
- Cacao powder intensifies chocolate flavor and provides antioxidant-rich nutrients.
- Espresso boosts chocolate’s depth while adding subtle caffeine kick.
- Cayenne pepper creates unexpected warmth and complexity in each sip.
- Blending with ice transforms this drink into a refreshing frozen treat perfect for warm days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Desserts
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg