Champurrado Mexican Chocolate Beverage

Dive into the rich, traditional flavors of *Champurrado*, a beloved Mexican chocolate beverage that's perfect for warming up chilly mornings or cozy evenings. This velvety drink combines earthy masa harina (corn flour) with creamy milk, fragrant cinnamon, and the deep, caramel-like sweetness of piloncillo. Infused with authentic Mexican chocolate, such as Abuelita or Ibarra, and finished with a hint of vanilla, champurrado boasts a luscious, slightly thickened texture that sets it apart from your average hot cocoa. Whether enjoyed as a standalone treat or paired with tamales for a festive twist, this easy-to-make recipe is a heartwarming way to indulge in a taste of Mexico.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 cups water
• 1 piece cinnamon stick
• 1 cone piloncillo (or dark brown sugar)
• 0.3333 cup masa harina (corn flour)
• 4 cups milk (or plant-based milk, such as almond or oat milk)
• 3.5 oz Mexican chocolate (such as Abuelita or Ibarra), chopped
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the water and cinnamon stick. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes to infuse the water with the cinnamon flavor.

Step 2

Add the piloncillo (or dark brown sugar) to the saucepan and stir until it dissolves completely. This may take a few minutes.

Step 3

While the piloncillo dissolves, in a small bowl, whisk the masa harina with 1 cup of milk until smooth, ensuring there are no lumps. Set aside.

Step 4

Once the piloncillo is fully melted, remove the cinnamon stick from the saucepan and discard it. Gradually add the masa harina mixture to the saucepan, whisking constantly to prevent lumps from forming.

Step 5

Pour in the remaining 3 cups of milk and stir well. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat, stirring frequently to prevent scorching or sticking.

Step 6

Add the chopped Mexican chocolate to the saucepan and stir until it completely melts and the drink becomes creamy and smooth.

Step 7

Stir in the vanilla extract and cook for another 2-3 minutes, continuing to stir until the champurrado thickens to your desired consistency.

Step 8

Remove the saucepan from heat and ladle the champurrado into mugs. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1926.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1453.3

Total Fat 34.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 48mg	0%
Sodium 477.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 245.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.9g	0%
Total Sugars 195.4g
Protein 42.3g	0%

Vitamin D 480IU	0%
Calcium 1501.0mg	0%
Iron 6.3mg	0%
Potassium 2073.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 21.2%

Protein: 11.6%

Carbs: 67.2%