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Mexican - Oaxacan Hot Chocolate

Here's how you make Mexican - Oaxacan Hot Chocolate
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  • Servings: 2-4
  • Prep: 15m
  • Cook: 5m
    • The following recipe serves 2-4 people.

Ingredients

The ingredients are:
  • 4 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 tablespoons creamy almond butter (refer to Note)
  • 1/8-1/4 teaspoon chipotle chili powder (optional)
We recommend you get your ingredients ready before you start cooking. Once you're ready, here are the steps to making this delicious recipe

How to Make

  • Step 1: In a blender, combine the chocolate and 2 cups hot water. Let stand until the chocolate is softened, 1 to 2 minutes.

  • Step 2: Add the sugar, cinnamon, salt, almond butter and chili powder (if using). Cover the blender and, holding the lid in place, blend on high until smooth, 30 - 60 seconds.

  • Step 3: Pour in the 1 cup boiling water and stir with a spoon to combine (do not blend). Pour into cups or mugs and serve.

  • Step 4: Makes 4 cups.

  • NOTE: Don't use boiling water to soften the chocolate in the blender, as it will cause pressure to build in the jar when the blender is turned on; the water needs to be only about 100°F. (However, boiling water stirred in at the end ensures that the drink is hot for serving.) Don't use raw almond butter. The toasty flavor of almond butter made with roasted nuts is key to a rich, full-flavored drink.

We hope you enjoy this recipe!

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