Dee's Mexican Hot Cocoa Recipe

Spice up your life with Dee's Mexican Hot Cocoa! This recipe is a fiery fusion of rich chocolate, sweet honey, and warm vanilla, perfect for a cozy night in or a festive gathering. Inspired by a challenge to use just three key ingredients – and it delivers! This quick and easy recipe takes only minutes to prepare.

Prep Time 2 mins
Cook Time 7 mins
Calories 233.7 kcal
Protein 17g
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Ingredients for Dee's Mexican Hot Cocoa

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How to Make Dee's Mexican Hot Cocoa

  1. In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of milk, 2 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder, and 1 tablespoon of honey.
  2. Heat over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the cocoa powder is fully dissolved and the mixture is steaming (about 3-5 minutes). Do not boil.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract.
  4. Pour into your favorite mug.
  5. Top with whipped cream and a dash of cinnamon for an extra touch of warmth and spice.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

70g

Fat

30g

Carbs

10g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Dee's Mexican Hot Cocoa?

Dee's Mexican Hot Cocoa takes about 9 minutes from start to finish — roughly 2 minutes to prepare and 7 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Dee's Mexican Hot Cocoa?

Dee's Mexican Hot Cocoa has approximately 233.7 calories per serving, with about 17 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 15 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Dee's Mexican Hot Cocoa?

The key ingredients for Dee's Mexican Hot Cocoa are Milk, Honey, Unsweetened Cocoa, Vanilla, Chili Powder, Whipped Cream. See the full list with measurements above.

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