Oaxacan Chocolate-Spiced Hot Drink

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-01 · Updated 2026-08-01

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A warm, comforting beverage made by whisking Mexican chocolate with cinnamon and chili for a traditional Oaxacan flavor. This Mexican-inspired recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, brings together Mexican chocolate tablet, whole milk, cinnamon stick 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 220 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 Mexican cuisine 220 cal/serving

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Ingredients

3 oz Mexican chocolate tablet
4 cups whole milk
1 cinnamon stick
1/4 tsp ancho chili powder
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
2 tbsp sugar
optional ground cinnamon (for garnish)

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Instructions

Step 1: Break 3 oz Mexican chocolate tablet into small pieces and place in a medium saucepan with 4 cups whole milk, 1 cinnamon stick, 1/4 tsp ancho chili powder, and 2 tbsp sugar.
Step 2: Heat over medium heat, whisking constantly, until the chocolate and sugar fully melt and the mixture is hot but not boiling, about 7-8 minutes; remove the cinnamon stick.
Step 3: Stir in 1/2 tsp vanilla extract, then pour the hot chocolate-spiced drink into mugs and garnish with a light dusting of ground cinnamon if desired; serve immediately.