Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 pinch of salt
- 4 cups milk
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 pinch of cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Combine cocoa powder, sugar, and salt in a saucepan.
- Gradually whisk in milk to ensure there are no lumps.
- Add cinnamon, vanilla extract, and cayenne.
- Heat over medium heat until hot but not boiling, whisking thoroughly.
- Serve hot in rustic mugs with toppings like whipped cream or extra spices.
Notes
For a dairy-free version, substitute with almond, oat, or coconut milk. Adjust the sweetness and spices to taste.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg