Iced Mexican Chocolate
Indulge in the bold and luxurious flavors of Iced Mexican Chocolate, a refreshing twist on a classic treat that combines rich cocoa with a hint of spice. Crafted with velvety whole milk, unsweetened cocoa powder, and a touch of cinnamon and chili powder, this decadent beverage offers the perfect balance of sweetness and warmth. Enhanced with creamy vanilla and blended until smooth with ice, it’s a chilled delight perfect for any time of year. Top it off with a generous swirl of whipped cream and a sprinkle of dark chocolate shavings for an extra layer of indulgence. Ready in just 10 minutes, this spiced chocolate drink is ideal for coffee shop vibes at home.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 0.5 cup whipped cream
- 1 tablespoons dark chocolate shavings (optional for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
In a small saucepan, combine the milk, unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and chili powder.
Step 2
Place the saucepan over medium heat and whisk constantly until the sugar and cocoa powder are fully dissolved and the mixture is heated through, about 3-4 minutes. Do not allow the mixture to boil.
Step 3
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Step 4
Let the mixture cool to room temperature or chill it in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes for a colder drink.
Step 5
Fill a blender with the cooled chocolate mixture and the ice cubes. Blend until smooth and frothy.
Step 6
Pour the iced Mexican chocolate into two glasses.
Step 7
Top each glass with whipped cream and garnish with dark chocolate shavings, if desired.
Step 8
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (790.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 514.1 |
| Total Fat 24.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 14.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.8g | |
| Cholesterol 79.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 202.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 59.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 51.7g | |
| Protein 19.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 226.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 641.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 934.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories