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Mayan Hot Chocolate

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"Don't knock it till you've tried it. This rich, delicious, and kicky hot chocolate might make you abandon your traditional ties. No marshmallows needed; this is for grown-ups. Everything in this recipe can be altered to suit your taste, however I recommend following the recipe to the letter the first time you try." — That Grace

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Original recipe makes 1 serving Change Servings

1 cup milk
3 tablespoons instant hot chocolate mix

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 pinch cayenne pepper

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Directions

Mix the hot chocolate mix, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper together in a mug.
Pour the milk into a glass measuring cup; heat in microwave on High until it begins to boil, about 2 minutes. Slowly pour over the mixture in the mug, stirring with a small whisk as you pour. Enjoy immediately.

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PREP 5 mins
COOK 2 mins
READY IN 7 mins

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Dec 17, 2010

I've been putting cayenne and cinnamon in my hot chocolate for years, but one other thing I add that makes it even more wonderful is about 1/8-1/4 tsp of ginger powder. Trust me...it's so delicious! Also, I don't use instant hot chocolate. I use about a cup and a half of milk, 2 tbls of cocoa powder and 2 tbls of sugar. I whisk it all together, along with the spices, over the stove. Just till blended and hot (don't boil it).

—Kai's Mama

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Mar 02, 2011

it was good, but I think I might've put in a liiitttllleee too much cayenne pepper so it was a bit too spicy for my taste....

—Embelina21

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25 Ratings

Nov 16, 2010

Delicious! Instead of instant cocoa I used 3 teaspoons regular cocoa and 3 teaspoons sugar, mixed in 1/2 dl of water.

—Heidi

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Mar 28, 2011

I added a shot of espresso. Too much cinnamon for me. More like a 1/4 teaspoon would be better. I had some freshly opened cayenne so a pinch was nice and spicy. The older your pepper, the more you need. Don't recommend heating the milk to boiling point. It ruins the milk. I like to use almond milk for extra richness.

—CRAZY4SUSHI

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Jan 28, 2011

This was a real treat! I used a tbsp of really good unsweetened cocoa powder and about 1 tsp superfine sugar in place of the prepared hot chocolate mix which made it even more delicious. I even used skim milk and it was rich, creamy and satisfying, perfect for warming up after playing in the snow! My daughter liked hers with just the cinnamon, and I probably went a little light on that in hers.

—Christine M

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Nov 03, 2010

Yum! I go to Mexico often and this is authentic! I'd even suggest adding about 3 T boiling water to thin it out just a bit. A real keeper. I used Mexican cocoa instead of instant hot cocoa mix. Tastes like it could ward off a cold, too!

—Courtney Williams

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Jan 21, 2011

In the wintertime, I like to have a cup of hot chocolate before I go to bed at night. It's both warming and relaxing. I ran across this recipe and was apprehensive about the amount of cinnamon and the addition of cayenne. But I have seen so many cayenne/chocolate parings lately that I decided to try it. SO much better than plain hot chocolate! I WILL have this often -- thanks!

—Dmseck

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Nov 11, 2010

Don't let the cayenne scare you. This hot chocolate tastes just like red hot cinnamon candy. Or in my case, an Atomic Fire Ball because I use a BIG pinch of cayenne.

—DIZ♥

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Nutrition

Calories
224 kcal
11%

Carbohydrates
33.5 g
11%

Cholesterol
20 mg
7%

Fat
5.8 g
9%

Fiber
2.2 g
9%

Protein
9.8 g
20%

Sodium
221 mg
9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Mayan Hot Chocolate

Serving Size: 1/1 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 1
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 224
Calories from Fat: 52

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5.8g 9 %
Saturated Fat 3.7g 18 %
Cholesterol 20mg 7 %
Sodium 221mg 9 %
Potassium 551mg 15 %
Total Carbohydrates 33.5g 11 %
Dietary Fiber 2.2g 9 %
Protein 9.8g 20 %
Sugars 27.2g
Vitamin A 11 %
Vitamin C 1 %
Calcium 43 %
Iron 6 %
Thiamin 12 %
Niacin 17 %
Vitamin B6 8 %
Magnesium 17 %
Folate 8 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.