Description
Warm up with this authentic Mexican Champurrado recipe, a rich and creamy chocolate beverage made with masa harina and infused with cinnamon. Perfect for festive gatherings or cozy nights, this traditional drink is a must-try for chocolate lovers.
Ingredients
- 4 cups milk
- 2 ounces piloncillo (or ¼ cup dark brown sugar)
- 2 discs (3 ounces each) Mexican chocolate
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1½ cups warm water
- ½ cup masa harina
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ⅛ teaspoon fine salt
Instructions
- Heat Milk Mixture: Combine milk, piloncillo, Mexican chocolate, and cinnamon stick in a medium saucepan. Heat over medium, stirring frequently, until piloncillo and chocolate dissolve. Discard cinnamon stick.
- Prepare Masa Harina Mixture: Whisk warm water and masa harina in a bowl until smooth and lump-free.
- Combine and Cook: Slowly whisk masa harina mixture into the milk mixture. Add vanilla and salt. Simmer on low heat for 15–20 minutes, stirring often, until thick and creamy.
- Serve: For extra smoothness, blend with an immersion blender before pouring into mugs. Enjoy warm.
Notes
- Substitute whole milk with plant-based milk for a dairy-free option.
- Adjust sweetness by varying the piloncillo or sugar amount.
- Add a pinch of cloves or orange peel for flavor variations.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
