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Two mugs of hot chocolate on a wooden cutting board with pine bough in the background

Easy Mexican Hot Chocolate (From Scratch)

Creamy and decadent, this hot chocolate is perfect for snuggling up with this winter.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Course Drinks
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 2 cups

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups whole milk Can substitute for any type of milk or water
  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder, unsweetened
  • ∼1.5 ounces bakers chocolate (45g) I used Hershey's brand, 60% cacao
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • Sprinkle of chile powder

Instructions
 

  • Place all ingredients in a small pot and heat over medium heat.
    2 cups whole milk, 2 tbsp cocoa powder, unsweetened, ∼1.5 ounces bakers chocolate (45g), 1/2 tsp vanilla extract, 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon, 2 tbsp sugar, Sprinkle of chile powder
  • Heat whisking frequently until chocolate is melted and ingredients are heated through, about 5 minutes. Serve hot and add any toppings as desired!
Keyword comforting, easy, Fast