This Aztec Hot Chocolate recipe made with instant coffee is rich and flavorful with a slight kick of chipotle chile pepper. A delightful Mexican inspired beverage that will warm your soul, perfect for chilly nights!
Prep Time2 minutesmins
Cook Time25 minutesmins
Total Time27 minutesmins
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: aztec hot chocolate, chili hot chocolate, mexican hot chocolate, spicy hot chocolate
In a large bowl combine milk, half-and-half, coffee powder, cinnamon and ground chipotle chili pepper.
Transfer mixture to a saucepan.
Stir in chocolate pieces.
Cook on high heat and bring to a boiling point while stirring so the chocolate melts and combines evenly
Then turn the heat on lowest and simmer for 20-25 minutes until it gets a thick texture.
Notes
Serve immediately or warm. To serve, ladle beverage into cups.Optional - garnish each serving with whipped cream and/or sprinkle with additional cinnamon or white chocolate flakes.