Make THE BEST Mexican Hot Chocolate Abuelita! With a creaminess and rich chocolate flavor, this homemade hot cocoa will disappear in no time.
If there is something that Mexicans like, it's drinks! From cafe de olla, Ponche Navideño, Rompope, Champurrado, Atole to a delicious & refreshing Horchata. That is why when the temperature in Mexico barely goes down, the first thing we want to drink is hot chocolate.
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There are many ways and recipes to prepare it, but this time I'll show you a recipe for an authentic Mexican Hot Chocolate made with Chocolate Abuelita that is very simple to make and delicious!
Ingredients
You can find the ingredients in any supermarket and it will not take you more than 20 minutes to prepare it.
- Any Mexican chocolate tablet will do but my favorite is Abuelita as I grew up drinking this one. These tablets are already sweetened and there is no need to add any more sugar.
- Cinnamon powder for extra flavor
- Milk
- Evaporated milk
- Molinillo, wooden spoon or a whisk
- A medium saucepan
How to make Mexican Hot Chocolate
- In a medium saucepan, add the milk
- When it starts to boil add the Mexican chocolate tablet and mix until it dissolves. It does not take very long to melt. About two minutes only.
- Sprinkle cinnamon powder to taste but start with adding just a little bit as the chocolate tablet already has some cinnamon in it.
- Stir with the molinillo, whisk or wooden spoon until you have a smooth mixture.
- Continue to cook for another 5 minutes on low heat-medium heat
- Serve hot and accompany with pan dulce or delicious traditional churros.
Cook's Notes
- There is no need to add sugar to this recipe as the Mexican chocolate tablets are already sweetened to perfection.
- Keep an eye on the mixture while it cooks to ensure that it does not overflow. Cleaning the stove after that happens it's no fun!
FAQs
Absolutely you can! In fact, the almond flavor will add an extra depth that regular milk may not. If you make it with almond milk please report back how it turned out...I would love to know!
Usually Mexican hot chocolate comes in round tablets that are ready to be mixed with hot milk. The round tablets are made of sugar, cocoa and cinnamon.
The regular hot chocolate does not contain cinnamon and usually has less sugar. But this means it's not as flavorful as Mexican hot chocolate. If you haven't tried the latter one, I truly recommend you do!
When someone asks for hot chocolate in Mexico, most likely they're referring to Chocolate Abuelita. Another popular brand is Ibarra but the most popular one is Abuelita.
Serve hot with whipped cream and accompany with pan dulce or delicious traditional churros. It also goes perfect with Molletes for breakfast!
Print Recipe
Mexican Hot Chocolate
Equipment
- Molinillo, whisk or wooden spoon
- Medium saucepan
Ingredients
- 1 Mexican chocolate tablet
- 2 cups milk 2% or whole milk
- 1 cup evaporated milk (or just add another cup of regular milk)
- Cinnamon powder to taste
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, add the milk
- When it starts to boil add the Mexican chocolate tablet and mix until it dissolves.
- Add cinnamon powder to taste
- Stir with the molinillo, whisk or wooden spoon until you have a smooth mixture.
- Continue to cook for another 5 minutes on low heat-medium heat
- Serve hot with whipped cream and accompany with pan dulce or delicious traditional churros.
*Ana's Notes:
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This recipe was originally published in Oct. 2018. It was updated in December 2020 to revise the content and photographs. Buen Provecho!
Len says
You're meant to use evaporated milk not sweetened condensed milk. I also added leftover egg nog and a spoonful of unsweetened cocoa powder and it tasted great!
Laura M. says
I made Mexican hit chocolate for the family over the weekend and it was a hit! I thought it had the perfect consistency just like the ones I had in Mexico. I used chocolate abuelita and it was creamy and delicious! Thanks for the recipe!
Eve says
Too heavy. Instead of putting 1 cup as suggested, I put less about 3/4 of a cup and 2 tablespoons of condensed milk, yet it was very heavy. After I tasted it I didn't want more. I had to add about 2 bottles of water to dilute the overly sweet chocolate.
Sorry, I was really looking forward to it, but it was a let down, in my personal experience.
Ana Frias says
Hi Eve! Everyone else has loved it but I appreciate your feedback on your personal taste!
Brenda says
Que Rico!!! Can’t wait to make it 🙂
Ana Frias says
You will love it Brenda!!!
Tina says
Amazingly delish!!!
Ana Frias says
Thank you so much Tina!! Isn't this hot mexican chocolate so delicious? Stay well!
Julia says
Oh yum, that hot chocolate looks so inviting and creamy! And I love those cute cups 🙂
Ana Frias says
Thank you Julia!!! They are adorable huh? especially since I love a HUGE serving of hot chocolate lol!
Michelle says
How easy! I could drink this everyday.
Buff Pablo says
Such chocolatey goodness! YUM! It seldom gets below 40 degrees in AZ but the past few days its been in the 30s! Excuse me, but I need to go make myself a cup right now. Bye!
Ana Frias says
Hehe! I could drink Mexican chocolate any time of year! Thanks for stopping by Pablo!
Emmeline says
Now I have serious cravings for your hot chocolate!! Have to see if I can find mexican chocolate in Sweden...
Ana Frias says
Hi Emmeline! I how you do! If you don't, just add some cinnamon to regular chocolate. This will give you the hint of Mexican Chocolate. Enjoy all the way in Sweden!
Malena says
Se me antojo!!!
Ana Frias says
Hazlo Malena!!! Este Chocolate Caliente esta delicioso! Saludos y cuidate! xo, Ana
Luci says
I love this Mexican hot chocolate! It is creamy and so comforting during the cold mornings. I will definitely be enjoying this all season long!
Ana Frias says
Thanks so much Luci! I appreciate you stopping by! I have no doubt you'll love this hot Mexican chocolate
sherry brubaker says
My sister is coming to visit for the holidays and I cannot wait to make this for her. We are big fans of all your recipes, they are simply delicious!
Ana Frias says
Thank you so much Sherry! I bet this Mexican hot chocolate recipe will be a hit! Enjoy your sister!
Nikki says
Question: have you ever tried this in the slow cooker?
Ana Frias says
Hi Nikki! I have not but I don't see why it wouldn't work. Just keep it on high!
Monica L says
So delicious and creamy! I don't like the stuff with water. Thanks!
Ana Frias says
Thanks so much Monica! This Mexican Hot Chocolate is delicious!