Hot Mexican Spiced Cocoa Recipes

MEXICAN HOT COCOA

Steps:

• In a large kettle, combine water and cinnamon sticks. Bring mixture to a boil; reduce heat, cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until liquid turns light brown. Remove cinnamon sticks and discard. , In another bowl, combine the chocolate syrup, milks and vanilla; slowly stir into cinnamon water. Return mixture to a simmer just to heat through. Top servings with whipped cream, cinnamon and cinnamon sticks if desired.

HOT MEXICAN SPICED COCOA

Steps:

• Mix first 4 items together, in a good sized mug.
• Add boiling water, stir till smooth.
• Heat milk for 3 minutes over LOW heat until hot.
• Stir the milk into the cocoa mixture until well mixed.
• Stir in vanilla and almond extracts.
• Enjoy--.

MEXICAN HOT COCOA

Steps:

• In a small heavy-duty saucepan; combine sugar, cocoa and cinnamon.
• Over medium heat, gradually stir in milk and stir constantly until hot, do not boil.
• Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Beat with a wire whisk until frothy and pour into cups. Serve immediately.

SPICED COCOA

Steps:

• In a medium sized bowl, combine all ingredients.
• Mix well.
• Put in resealable container.
• To make cocoa, use 1-2 tablespoons mix per cup of hot milk.
• Serve hot or iced.

SPICY HOT COCOA MIX

Steps:

• Put all ingredients together in a jar or container and shake to mix. Once ingredients are mixed, use a sifter to blend and break down lumps. Store in jar or container.
• Add (to taste) to a hot cup of your favorite milk or milk substitute and enjoy!
• This recipe is not overly sweet, so if you like a sweeter cocoa be sure to add more sugar. The cayenne gives the drink a nice little kick!