Guatemalan Toasted Sesame and Cinnamon Hot Chocolate

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A rich and warming hot chocolate infused with toasted sesame seeds and aromatic cinnamon, a comforting beverage inspired by Guatemalan flavors. This Latin American-inspired recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, brings together whole milk, dark chocolate, toasted sesame seeds for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 270 calories and feeds 4, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Latin American cuisine 270 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Toast 2 tbsp sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until golden and fragrant, stirring frequently to prevent burning. Remove from heat and set aside.
  2. Step 2: In a medium saucepan, heat 3 cups whole milk over medium heat until steaming but not boiling, about 5 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Add 4 oz chopped dark chocolate, 2 tbsp granulated sugar, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt to the milk. Whisk continuously until chocolate melts and the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened, about 4-5 minutes.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 1/2 tsp vanilla extract and the toasted sesame seeds. Continue to heat for 1 more minute to infuse flavors.
  5. Step 5: Optional: In a separate bowl, whip 1/2 cup heavy cream until soft peaks form. Serve hot chocolate topped with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of extra toasted sesame seeds.

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