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Spiced Mexican Hot Chocolate with Orange Zest
20 mintime
Mediumdifficulty
4Servings
—Rating
Nutrition facts
360 kcalCalories
12 gProtein
36 gCarbs
19 gFat

Approximate values estimated by AI

BeverageDessert

Spiced Mexican Hot Chocolate with Orange Zest

80% authentic · Mexican-inspired

A fragrant twist on Mexican hot chocolate, infused with warm spices and bright citrus notes from orange zest.

Ingredients

Servings4
  • Mexican chocolate tablets (like Ibarra or Abuelita)4 oz
  • Whole milk4 cups
  • Cinnamon stick1
  • Star anise1
  • Orange zest1 strip
  • Vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon
  • Saltpinch

Steps

  1. 1

    In a saucepan, combine milk, broken Mexican chocolate tablets, cinnamon stick, star anise, and orange zest.

  2. 2

    Heat over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is steaming. Do not boil.

  3. 3

    Remove the cinnamon stick, star anise, and orange zest.

  4. 4

    Stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.

  5. 5

    Whisk vigorously for 1-2 minutes to create a light froth.

  6. 6

    Pour into mugs, garnish with a fresh orange peel twist and serve hot.

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