Champurrado with Honey Mexican Hot Chocolate
Warm your soul with a steaming mug of Champurrado with Honey Mexican Hot Chocolate, a comforting and flavorful twist on the traditional Mexican atole. Made with masa harina for its signature velvety texture, this rich and creamy drink is infused with authentic Mexican chocolate, a hint of ground cinnamon, a splash of vanilla, and naturally sweetened with golden honey. Perfect for chilly mornings or festive gatherings, this indulgent treat offers a delightful balance of earthy and sweet flavors. Ready in just 25 minutes, this traditional Mexican favorite is an easy-to-make beverage that seamlessly blends nostalgic authenticity with a touch of modern sweetness. Serve it piping hot and elevate your breakfast or dessert experience!
Try SnapCalorie's FREE AI assisted nutrition tracking free in the App store or on Android.
Scan with your phone to download!
Ingredients
- 1 cup Masa harina
- 4 cups Water
- 3 cups Milk (whole or your preferred type)
- 1 unit Mexican chocolate tablet
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 cup Honey
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 pinch Pinch of salt
Directions
Step 1
In a large saucepan, heat 2 cups of water over medium heat and whisk in the masa harina until smooth and free of lumps.
Step 2
Gradually add the remaining 2 cups of water while whisking continuously, ensuring the mixture stays smooth.
Step 3
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently, for about 5 minutes until it starts to thicken.
Step 4
Lower the heat and pour in the milk, stirring to combine.
Step 5
Break the Mexican chocolate tablet into chunks and add it to the saucepan. Stir constantly until the chocolate is fully melted.
Step 6
Add the ground cinnamon, honey, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the mixture. Stir thoroughly to blend the flavors.
Step 7
Continue cooking the champurrado over low heat for another 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until the drink reaches your desired thickness.
Step 8
Taste and adjust the sweetness by adding more honey if necessary.
Step 9
Remove the champurrado from heat and ladle it into mugs. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1968.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1213.6 |
| Total Fat 45.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 27.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g | |
| Cholesterol 72.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 815.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 172.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 136.0g | |
| Protein 32.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 372.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1017.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1301.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories