This Vegan Mexican Hot Chocolate has a deep, rich chocolaty flavor with hints of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cayenne pepper. Add a dollop of coconut whipped cream for even more indulgence!
Deep, Rich Chocolaty Flavor
My latest cooking phase has been making hot drinks. It all started when I made some Mint Chocolate Coffee Creamer to go in my coffee.
Then I made this Vegan Mexican Hot Chocolate a few weeks ago, and I haven’t stopped since. In the next month or so I will posting at least two other drink recipes.
This vegan hot chocolate is perfect for cold Winter nights. It has a deep, rich chocolaty flavor with hints of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cayenne pepper.
It becomes even more indulgent when you add a dollop of whipped coconut milk, which has the consistency of whipped cream.
Mexican Chocolate
If you have never had Mexican chocolate before, I highly recommend it. It has a grainier texture than other chocolates.
One of the brands that I buy is Taza, which comes in a few different flavors, including Super Dark, Cacao Puro (used in this recipe), Chipotle Chili, Cinnamon, Coffee, Vanilla, Salted Almond, and Guajillo Chili.
I have only tried a few of their flavors, but will definitely be tasting all of them. They are all vegan, which makes me want to do my happy dance. I actually had some similar chocolate when I traveled to Milan, Italy.
Beware! You may burn your tongue (like I did) in anticipation of tasting this. I think it goes with the territory that when you eat certain foods and drinks, burning your tongue is bound to happen.
I should note that grating the chocolate is a bit of a workout for your arm – but totally worth it. Not to mention, once your taste buds get a hold of this, and your house smells like hot chocolate, you won’t want to buy that powdered or syrupy stuff anymore – trust me.
Other Chocolate Recipes You Might Like
- Chocolate Rum Truffles
- Chocolate Coconut Almond Chia Pudding
- Vegan Chocolate Peanut Butter Granola Bars
- Dark Chocolate Hummus
Vegan Mexican Hot Chocolate
This vegan hot chocolate is made with Mexican style stone ground chocolate for an authentic Mexican chocolate flavor.
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Vegan Mexican Hot Chocolate
This Vegan Mexican Hot Chocolate has a deep, rich chocolaty flavor with hints of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cayenne pepper. Add a dollop of coconut whipped cream for even more indulgence!
Ingredients
- 1.35 ounces Mexican Chocolate - I used Cacao Puro
- 2 cups unsweetened vanilla almond milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- pinch cayenne pepper
Garnish
- Full fat coconut milk for whipped cream - optional
- Cacao powder optional
Instructions
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Whipped Coconut Cream: Mix coconut milk in a high speed blender or Nutribullet. Refrigerate for 30 minutes - 1 hour.
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Hot Chocolate: Finely grate the Mexican chocolate. Save some for garnish or use cacao powder to garnish.
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Bring almond milk to a simmer in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Add in grated Mexican chocolate, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cayenne pepper. Reduce the heat to medium-low. Simmer for 10 minutes, whisking constantly until chocolate is melted and almond milk is frothy.
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Top with whipped coconut milk and grated Mexican chocolate or cacao powder.
*Note: Nutrition information should be considered an estimate only. Different nutrition calculators give you different results.
Belle says
Oooh! That sounds and looks so good! I have to try this at home!
Belle
Willow Moon says
Thanks Belle!
Sam @ The Haunted Housewife says
This looks so good! I’ve never tried Mexican chocolate but I’m sure it’s easy to get where I’m from. Speaking of where I’m from (Texas), we haven’t had much of a winter this year. That means lack of hot chocolate! Bummer! But I’m gonna try this regardless of the weather, it looks so yummy. 🙂
Willow Moon says
Thanks Sam! Here in Tucson, AZ we don’t get much of a Winter either, although I am always cold. I eat soup in the Summer even though it is so hot outside!
Kristen Kavan says
this sounds amazing. I love mexican hot chocolate, but I’ve never made it myself before! I want to try the chipotle chili, that sounds delish! Thanks for the rec!
Willow Moon says
The Chipotle Chili is really good! I highly recommend that flavor!
Krysten says
I love making hot drinks, but I haven’t experimented as much as I would like to! I think this drink looks fabulous! I would definitely burn my tongue on it in anticipation 😉
Willow Moon says
Thanks Krysten! This year has been the year of hot drinks for me!
Saidah says
I literally saw this recipe for the first time a few days ago. Sounds delicious.
Maggie Unzueta says
I could use a big cup of this hot chocolate right now. YUM!
Katherine Turro says
These are so cute and look delicious! I love the blue and white cups!
Willow Moon says
Thanks! They are from Mexico and have been in my husband’s family for quite a few years.
Lucy says
With the cold weather we have been having this is a needed pick me up. I can’t wait to introduce this new drink to my family. I love those cups they are beautiful by the way.
Willow Moon says
Thanks Lucy! I have heard from quite a few people that they like the cups. They are from Mexico, so I thought appropriate for the photo!
Kimberly @ Berly's Kitchen says
I’ve always wanted to try Mexican hot chocolate. Your recipe sounds delicious! I definitely need to try it.
Willow Moon says
Thanks Kimberly! I hope you enjoy it!
Nadine Cathleen says
Oh yummy! Perfect for winter and curling up on the sofa 🙂 🙂
Jessica says
Pinning this to save for later!! Wow! This looks AMAZING!!! I love Mexican hot chocolate.
Willow Moon says
Thanks Jessica!
Julio says
Thanks this sounds yummy.
If you like Mexican Hot Chocolate or have never tried it, you should try, CLASICOAXACA. Its a Mexican Hot Chocolate that just started being imported to the USA. It’s 100% natural, made with roasted almonds and cinnamon and has a great taste and rich aroma. It’s great by itself or works great to make other things, i.e. ice cream, or cocktails.
Thanks,
Willow Moon says
Thanks, I’ll have to check it out!