Mexican Hot Chocolate Recipe

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories, while water is a budget-friendly base.

cocoa powder

🥗Healthier: raw cacao powder

💰Cheaper: chocolate syrup

Raw cacao is more nutritious, while chocolate syrup can be more affordable.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener, while brown sugar is often cheaper.

Chop 4 ounces of bittersweet chocolate and set aside.

In a pot, combine 3 cups of whole milk and heat over medium heat until steamy, but not boiling.

Whisk in 3 tablespoons of cocoa powder and 3 tablespoons of sugar until dissolved.

Add 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, a pinch of cayenne, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.

Once the mixture is steamy, add the chopped chocolate and stir until melted.

Serve hot, optionally garnished with marshmallows.

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