🇲🇽 Mexico · Drinks
Chocolate Mexicano
By eatmundo · August 3, 2026
🇲🇽 MXA rich, frothy spiced chocolate drink traditionally whisked until creamy. It is perfect for chilly mornings or as a comforting evening treat.
Ingredients
check them off as you prepareHow to Make It
- 1
Heat 1 liter of water in a medium saucepan until it reaches a gentle simmer.
- 2
Add 1 cinnamon stick and 2 chocolate tablets into the water.
- 3
Let the chocolate dissolve completely over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally.
- 4
Add 1 tsp of vanilla extract and a pinch of salt to enhance the chocolate profile.
- 5
Pour in the 250ml of milk, which adds a creamy texture to the spiced water base.
- 6
Use a molinillo or a whisk to rapidly beat the mixture, creating the signature foam on top.
- 7
Continue whisking for about 3 minutes until the surface is covered in a thick layer of bubbles.
- 8
Pour into mugs immediately while hot, ensuring each portion gets a generous serving of the foam.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chocolate Mexicano?+
Chocolate Mexicano is a traditional Mexican hot chocolate drink prepared with spiced chocolate tablets, water, cinnamon, vanilla, and milk. It is typically served hot as a breakfast or evening beverage.
What is a molinillo?+
It is a traditional Mexican wooden whisk used to froth hot chocolate and atoles.
Can I use only milk instead of water?+
You can, but the traditional version uses water to highlight the cocoa and spice notes more clearly.
What kind of chocolate should I use?+
Look for authentic Mexican chocolate tablets that contain cinnamon and sugar already mixed in.
Why the pinch of salt?+
Salt acts as a flavor magnifier, making the bitterness of the cocoa feel more rounded and complex.
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