When preparing Abuelita hot chocolate, start with the chocolate tablets. The tablets are made of cocoa, sugar, cinnamon and vanilla and they give the hot chocolate its unique flavor and richness. You don’t need to measure out each ingredient, as the tablets are already pre-measured. Not only will it give the drink a creamy and indulgent texture, but it will also help the other ingredients mix together properly. You can also use a non-dairy milk to make your hot chocolate if you prefer.

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As you can see I used almond milk for my chocolate. But you can also use soy or cashew milk would work well.For Abuelita’s hot chocolate, the most important ingredient is cocoa. The cocoa is the base for your hot chocolate, and it’s important to use a good quality cocoa to get the best flavor. You’ll want to look for cocoa that has a smooth, rich flavor, as this will make your hot chocolate more delicious. But wait, this hot chocolate has a special extra something. Read on to find out what it is. Vegan Mexican Hot Chocolate I made this over the weekend and am converted to this recipe for life. The dark chocolate to milk ratio was enough to make it rich but not too heavy, and I loved the hint of cinnamon. To make Abuelita hot chocolate, you’ll need the chocolate tablets, milk, and a way to heat and stir the milk. Start by breaking up the chocolate tablets and place them in a pot. Once broken up, add the milk, sugar, cinnamon and vanilla. Add the chopped dark chocolate and whisk and stir until the chocolate is fully melted and emulsified.

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Abuelita and Ibarraare ubiquitous commercial brands of chocolate de mesa,but they are far from the only ones. If you have access to other brands and/or artisanal chocolate products, take advantage of them. Try different kinds of chocolate for different occasions, or settle on just one favorite.For a sweeter chocolate flavor, add 1/2 cup of milk chocolate chips. We love our Abuelita Hot Chocolate the way it is, but if your Mexican Style Hot Coco isn’t sweet enough add more milk chocolate or sugar to taste. Top with marshmallows and you’re done! Related: Bionicos Recipe: Mexican Fruit Cups American hot cocoa is made from milk warmed with sugar and unsweetened cocoa powder, instead of using actual melted chocolate. This makes a less rich drink — but one that is still delicious, of course. The key to getting the best flavor and texture is to get the proportions right. You’ll need to add the right amount of cocoa and sugar, and balance the cinnamon and vanilla to your taste.