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Champurrado Mexicano

Cultural Context

Champurrado is a traditional Mexican beverage, often enjoyed during cold weather and festive occasions. It combines the rich flavors of chocolate with the comforting texture of masa harina, making it a beloved drink for breakfast or dessert. This warm, thick drink is particularly popular during Día de los Muertos and Christmas celebrations, showcasing the importance of chocolate in Mexican culture. Today, variations exist globally, with many incorporating different spices or sweeteners to suit local tastes.

MexicanMXdrink
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups masa
2 cups masa seca
1 can evaporated milk
2 piloncillo
2 bars of chocolate
4 small cinnamon sticks
1 gallon of milk
1 liter of water

dark chocolate

🥗Healthier: cacao nibs

💰Cheaper: milk chocolate

Cacao nibs provide a healthier option with less sugar.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is a dairy-free alternative.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey offers a natural sweetener alternative.

whipped cream

🥗Healthier: coconut cream

💰Cheaper: none

Coconut cream provides a dairy-free topping option.

1

Add 1 liter of water to a pot and heat over medium heat.

2

Add 2 piloncillo, 2 bars of chocolate, and 4 small cinnamon sticks to the pot.

3

Cover the pot and let it boil until the piloncillo and chocolate melt.

4

In a separate bowl, mix 2 cups of masa with approximately 1 liter of water until smooth and free of lumps.

5

Check the chocolate mixture; once melted, add 1 gallon of milk and stir continuously to prevent sticking.

6

Add 1 can of evaporated milk to the mixture for extra flavor.

7

Once the milk is hot, slowly add the masa mixture while stirring continuously to avoid lumps.

8

Continue stirring until the mixture reaches a boil, which may take about 40 minutes.

9

Ensure to stir constantly to prevent the mixture from sticking to the bottom of the pot.

10

Once it starts bubbling, remove from heat and let it cool slightly before serving.

Cooking Techniques

mixingboiling

Equipment Needed

pot

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Mexican Chocolate DrinkChampurrado
Local Name: Champurrado Mexicano

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