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Champurrado de leche con piloncillo

Cultural Context

Champurrado is a traditional Mexican drink, often enjoyed during holidays and celebrations, particularly in colder months. This rich, thick chocolate beverage combines masa harina with milk and piloncillo, creating a comforting treat that warms the soul. It's commonly served alongside tamales and is a staple at festive gatherings, showcasing the blend of indigenous and Spanish influences in Mexican cuisine. Today, variations exist, but the essence of this beloved drink remains cherished throughout Mexico and beyond.

MexicanMXdrink
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 taza water
1.5 cups water
cinnamon
piloncillo
1 tablet dark chocolate
milk
masa de maíz

piloncillo

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey offers a natural sweetness, while brown sugar is more accessible and affordable.

dark chocolate

🥗Healthier: cacao powder

💰Cheaper: milk chocolate

Cacao powder is lower in sugar, while milk chocolate is often cheaper.

1

Add approximately 1 cup of water to a pot.

2

Add some cinnamon sticks to the water to infuse flavor.

3

Add piloncillo to taste.

4

Add another small amount of water if necessary.

5

Bring the mixture to a boil.

6

Add 1 tablet of dark chocolate to the boiling mixture.

7

Let it boil for about 5 minutes to dissolve the chocolate and piloncillo.

8

Add approximately 1.5 cups of water to the pot.

9

Add milk to the pot, adjusting the amount as needed.

10

Blend masa de maíz with approximately 12 ounces of water until smooth.

11

Add the blended masa to the boiling mixture, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.

12

Continue stirring until the mixture thickens.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

potblendermeasuring cupsspoon

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Mexican Chocolate DrinkChocolate Atole
Local Name: Champurrado de leche con piloncillo

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