Is there anything more comforting during the cold dark winter months than a warm cup of hot chocolate, or better yet, a Mexican Mocha! You’ll love this warm and cozy drink!
I love a good cup of coffee, and if we can kick that up a notch or two with some Mexican flavors, and toss that all together to get a lovely warm cup of Mexican Mocha goodness, I’m all over that.
Looking for other great warming drinks? Try my Cinnamon Sore Throat Tea to help you feel better. And a traditional Mexican Coffee will warm you up.
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There are some amazing ones here, so be sure to scroll down and take a look at all the rich yummies that are being shared.
When I started to think about making this chocolate recipe I couldn’t decide what to make. First I thought about a cookie, which seems classic enough. But, we’ve had quite a bit of desserts around here lately.
Then I thought of making a savory recipe, think mole. But, I want to test out my mole idea a few times so that I know it’s really good.
Then I thought about warm and cozy hot chocolate. And, well, you know I love Mexican flavors, so this amazingly tasty Mexican Mocha was born.
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How sweet do you like it?
This Mexican Mocha is a thick rich warm cup of chocolate goodness.
Not too sweet. No sweetener needed in this for me. And really yummy. I like that it’s pretty healthy too. The coconut milk is lovely.
If you like your drinks on the sweeter side, I suggest adding a little honey or maple syrup to the scalding milk; that’ll brighten up the sweetness and add a nice flavor to the drink.
Mexican chocolate
I bought the Mexican chocolate at a little gourmet shop near me. Keep an eye out at different places, and you might find some as well.
If you’d like to (affiliate link) purchase some online, they carry it on Amazon. Or, you can use any dark chocolate instead of Mexican chocolate.
I’ll be sitting around the Christmas tree sipping this Mexican Mocha and wrapping Christmas presents all holiday season long.
This Mexican Mocha will be great all winter long too, long after the holidays have rung their final bell.
Looking for other tasty beverages to keep you warm?
You’ll want to try these drinks!
Single Serving Hot Cocoa, Hot Toddy, and Honey Lemon Cold & Flu Remedy Drink.
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Beautiful Mug
Mexican Chocolate
Coconut Milk
Small saucepan
Wooden spoons for stirring
Recipe
Mexican Mocha
Ingredients
- 1 ounce Mexican chocolate or dark chocolate chopped
- 1 cup canned coconut milk
- ½ cup strong brewed coffee
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- pinch cayenne pepper
Instructions
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine chopped chocolate and coconut milk. Stir to combine as you bring the milk to a light simmer. Remove from heat once all the chocolate has melted, and stir in the coffee, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and cayenne. Pour into cups and enjoy.
Nutrition
Nutritional information is based on third-party calculations, and should be considered estimates. Actual nutritional content will vary based on brands used, measuring methods, portion sizes, and more.
Debra C.
It’s not cold here today but that didn’t stop me, I love this drink! Easy to make too. I just used regular chocolate because I didn’t have Mexican choc.
justine
I wanna dive in and swim around in this yumminess! It’s cold here in NY. And these warming spices make this the best!
Jennifer A Stewart
I’m a sucker for a little kick in my hot cocoa but never tried it with cinnamon! This is will be perfect for snuggling with the kids watching Christmas movies!
heatherwnac
I LOVE this – I made it for my husband he gobbled this up. Mexican hot Cocoa is my fav 😉
Julie
This is so rich and creamy!
michaela403
Love me some Mexican chocolate!! This is so comforting and warm!
Frank
As usual, epic content. Mexican food is my favorite, and I love this Mocha. It’s easy to make and always delicious. I love it in the winter when it’s cold out and I come home to this cuppa!
Jessica
10, this is a yes
Amy Nash
So warming and delicious! I love the little kick from the spices!
Ellen
My new favorite way to enjoy coffee. It’s heaven in a cup!
Jules
We loved this creamy delicious beverage while we were staying put during the latest snow. I promised the family I’d make it again for Cinco de Mayo!
Laura Ashley Johnson
One cup was certainly not enough! This was incredible to the last sip! THANK YOU!
Lynn
This was so good! Added to our snow day rotation!
Jennifer
this is my new go to drink for the winter tennis season! Coffee doesn’t seem right for the afternoon but I love a warm cup of this!
Kathleen
I love that this was made with coconut milk, a welcome surprise, so delicious, thick and warmed me from the inside out on this 16° morning!
Janelle
So creamy and tasty. A new winter favorite!
Anita
Came out great! ~ Anita