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MEXICAN HOT COCOA

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Servings: 1
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 tsp fresh cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp fresh nutmeg
  • 10 oz water boiling
  • 1/4 cup hot chocolate mix
  • 2 oz evaporated milk
  • sea salt to garnish
  • top with whipped cream optional

Method
 

  1. Boil the water: Bring water to a boil in a small pot or kettle.
  2. Make the spice slurry: In a mug, combine the cayenne, cinnamon, chili powder, nutmeg, and hot chocolate mix. Add a splash of the boiling water and stir into a smooth, thick paste with no dry lumps.
  3. Add the hot water: Pour in the remaining hot water and stir well until the slurry is fully dissolved into a smooth mixture.
  4. Add the milk: Stir in evaporated milk until fully combined.
  5. Garnish and serve: Top with whipped cream and finish with a sprinkle of sea salt. Serve hot.