Ingredients for Aztec Hot Chocolate
- Skim Milk
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Ground Ginger
- Ground Cloves
- Ground Red Pepper
- Unsweetened Cocoa
- Vanilla Extract
- whipped cream (optional)
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How to Make Aztec Hot Chocolate
- In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup milk, 2 tablespoons sugar, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 teaspoon ground ginger, 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves, and 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more, to taste).
- Heat over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until mixture comes to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow flavors to meld.
- Remove from heat and let the mixture sit for 1 minute.
- With a wire whisk, vigorously stir in 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- Continue whisking briskly until the hot chocolate becomes frothy and slightly thickened.
- Pour into warm mugs and serve immediately.
- Top with whipped cream (optional) for an extra touch of indulgence.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
6 g
Sugar
61g
Fat
6g
Carbs
11g
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15 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American For 1 Or 2 Healthy Beverages Mexican Easy Low Fat Winter Chocolate South American Dietary Low Sodium Low Cholesterol Seasonal Low Saturated Fat Low Calorie Inexpensive Healthy 2 Low In Something Number Of Servings
