Description
Mexican champurrado blends rich chocolate and masa harina into a comforting winter beverage. Warm spices and creamy texture create a traditional drink that connects generations of Mexican culinary heritage.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 discs (3 ounces / 85 grams) Mexican chocolate
- 1/2 cup masa harina
- 4 cups milk
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
Sweeteners and Spices:
- 2 ounces (56 grams) piloncillo
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon fine salt
Instructions
- In a saucepan, meld milk, piloncillo, chocolate, and cinnamon stick over medium heat, stirring consistently until ingredients fully integrate and dissolve, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Extract the cinnamon stick, carefully straining the liquid if any fragments remain to ensure a smooth texture.
- Prepare masa mixture by thoroughly whisking masa harina with warm water until achieving a silky, lump-free consistency.
- Incorporate the masa mixture into the liquid base, then introduce vanilla and salt, stirring to harmonize all elements.
- Reduce heat to low, allowing the mixture to gently simmer for 15-20 minutes, continuously whisking to prevent scorching and promote a luxurious, velvety consistency.
- Verify the champurrado’s readiness by testing its thickness – it should elegantly coat the back of a spoon without dripping too quickly.
- Optional: Use an immersion blender to elevate the beverage’s smoothness, creating an even more refined texture.
- Transfer to serving mugs and garnish with a delicate sprinkle of ground cinnamon for an aromatic finishing touch.
Notes
- Choose high-quality Mexican chocolate for authentic, rich flavor that makes a big difference in taste.
- Swap whole milk with almond or oat milk to create a dairy-free version that’s creamy and delicious.
- Use a wooden spoon while stirring to prevent scorching and ensure even heat distribution throughout the mixture.
- Control thickness by adjusting masa harina amount – less for thinner consistency, more for extra thick texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg