Mexican hot chocolate

Mexican hot chocolate

Ingredients/Components

• vanilla - 1/2 tsp
• brown sugar - 2 Tbsp
• water - 1/4 c
• honey - 3 Tbsp
• ground cinnamon - 1/4 tsp
• skim milk - 1 qt
• shredded orange peel - 1/2 tsp
• cinnamon sticks optional - 1 item
• cocoa powder unsweetened - 1/4 c

How to make mexican hot chocolate:

In a medium saucepan, combine the cocoa, water, honey, sugar, orange peel and cinnamon. Cook and stir over medium heat about 2 minutes, or until smooth. Gradually stir in milk; heat just until simmering. Do not boil. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla. Pour into 6 cups. Serve with cinnamon stick stirrers, if desired. Makes 4 cups, 6 servings.

Recipe categories: Chocolate, Drinks, North american.