Chilly fall evenings always make me want a big cup of hot chocolate. I mean I need something to put my Espresso Marshmallow in, right? Did anyone notice the Spicy Hot chocolate trend that happened last winter?? They sold it in every store…Williams-Sonoma, Target, Kroger’s Private Selection and Sur la Table were just a few places I KNOW had it.
My favorite one from ALL the specialty holiday hot chocolate offerings was the Mexican Spice Hot Chocolate from Sur La Table. It was soooo good! Here is hoping they have it again this year, because I will stock up! However, you can’t buy these items just yet though and I am craving it so bad, which led me to try to make my own. It turned out pretty close to what I remember. If you are craving that flavor before they start stocking the shelves this season, check out the recipe below.
Disclaimer: This is NOT for the kiddos. It has a definite kick, so if you like to mix sweet and spicy, THIS is for you!
SHOP THIS LOOK: White Mugs (similar) / Appetizer Plates / Napkins / Bamboo cutting board (similar)
See below for step x step instructions (with pictures) and scroll to the bottom for the printable recipe!
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Recipe:
STEP 1: Combine cocoa, sugar and salt in a 4qt slow cooker. Add ½ cup hot water until a paste forms.
STEP 2: Add half & half and milk and whisk until smooth.
Crock Pot
STEP 3: Add cinnamon sticks and chipotle chili pepper and stir.
STEP 4: Put the lid on slow cooker and cook on low heat for 5-6 hours or high for 2-3 hours.
STEP 5: At the end of the time, add chopped bittersweet chocolate and whisk until it is melted and incorporated.
STEP 6: Remove cinnamon stick and stir in almond extract.
STEP 7: Serve immediately or keep in a warm crockpot for a couple of hours. Skim the top if needed.
SHOP THIS LOOK: White Mugs (similar) / Appetizer Plates / Napkin
SHOP THIS LOOK: White Mugs (similar) / Appetizer Plates / Bamboo cutting board (similar)
SHOP THIS LOOK: White Mugs (similar) / Appetizer Plates / Napkins / Bamboo cutting board (similar)
Products I used:
If you need a delicious homemade marshmallow recipe to go with this amazing hot chocolate, check out the following:
Espresso Marshmallows
Homemade Vanilla Marshmallows
Peppermint Marshmallows
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Printable Recipe:
Mexican Hot Chocolate
Adapted from Better Homes & Gardens
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup hot water
- 4 cups half & half
- 4 cups whole milk
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 1/4 teaspoon chipotle chili pepper
- 1/3 cup bittersweet chocolate
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
Instructions
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Combine cocoa, sugar and salt in a 4 qt. slow cooker. Add 1/2 cup hot water until a paste forms.
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Add half & half and milk and whisk until smooth.
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Add cinnamon sticks and chipotle chili pepper and stir.
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Put the lid on the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 5-6 hours or high for 2-3 hours.
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At the end of the time, add chopped bittersweet chocolate and whisk until it is melted and incorporated.
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Remove cinnamon stick and stir in almond extract.
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Serve immediately or keep in a warm crockpot for a couple of house. Skim the top if needed.
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