Dee's Mexican Hot Cocoa

Cozy up with a mug of Dee's Mexican Hot Cocoa, a decadent twist on the classic winter favorite. This rich, luxurious recipe blends creamy whole milk and heavy cream with semi-sweet chocolate chips and a touch of unsweetened cocoa powder, creating a velvety base that's perfectly sweetened with granulated sugar. Infused with warm spices like ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and a hint of cayenne pepper for a subtle kick, this hot cocoa delivers a bold, aromatic flavor that sets it apart. Ready in just 15 minutes, it's an easy yet indulgent treat, finished with a splash of vanilla for added depth. Top it with whipped cream and a cinnamon stick for a show-stopping garnish, and serve immediately for a comforting drink that’s perfect for snowy evenings or holiday gatherings.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.125 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0 optional, for garnish whipped cream
• 0 optional, for garnish cinnamon sticks

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the whole milk and heavy cream. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is warm but not boiling.

Step 2

Add the semi-sweet chocolate chips and whisk until they melt completely into the milk and cream mixture.

Step 3

Sift in the unsweetened cocoa powder and whisk until fully incorporated, ensuring there are no lumps.

Step 4

Stir in the granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and cayenne pepper. Mix well until the sugar dissolves and the spices are evenly distributed.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring constantly to prevent scorching, and allow it to simmer for 2-3 minutes to let the flavors meld.

Step 6

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 7

Divide the hot cocoa evenly between 4 mugs.

Step 8

Optionally, top with whipped cream and garnish with a cinnamon stick for added flavor and presentation.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy the rich, spiced warmth of Dee's Mexican Hot Cocoa.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1449.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2403.0

Total Fat 160.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 96.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.1g
Cholesterol 362.4mg	0%
Sodium 452.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 208.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.2g	0%
Total Sugars 176.5g
Protein 45.8g	0%

Vitamin D 432.4IU	0%
Calcium 1270.7mg	0%
Iron 6.3mg	0%
Potassium 1671.1mg	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: 58.6%

Protein: 7.5%

Carbs: 33.9%