Iced Mexican Chocolate

Indulge in the bold and luxurious flavors of Iced Mexican Chocolate, a refreshing twist on a classic treat that combines rich cocoa with a hint of spice. Crafted with velvety whole milk, unsweetened cocoa powder, and a touch of cinnamon and chili powder, this decadent beverage offers the perfect balance of sweetness and warmth. Enhanced with creamy vanilla and blended until smooth with ice, it’s a chilled delight perfect for any time of year. Top it off with a generous swirl of whipped cream and a sprinkle of dark chocolate shavings for an extra layer of indulgence. Ready in just 10 minutes, this spiced chocolate drink is ideal for coffee shop vibes at home.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 cups whole milk
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 cup ice cubes
• 0.5 cup whipped cream
• 1 tablespoons dark chocolate shavings (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a small saucepan, combine the milk, unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and chili powder.

Step 2

Place the saucepan over medium heat and whisk constantly until the sugar and cocoa powder are fully dissolved and the mixture is heated through, about 3-4 minutes. Do not allow the mixture to boil.

Step 3

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 4

Let the mixture cool to room temperature or chill it in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes for a colder drink.

Step 5

Fill a blender with the cooled chocolate mixture and the ice cubes. Blend until smooth and frothy.

Step 6

Pour the iced Mexican chocolate into two glasses.

Step 7

Top each glass with whipped cream and garnish with dark chocolate shavings, if desired.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	790.4 grams (790.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	514

Total Fat 24.90g	32%
Saturated Fat 14.90g	75%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.80g
Cholesterol 80mg	27%
Sodium 203mg	9%
Total Carbohydrate 59.30g	22%
Dietary Fiber 5.10g	18%
Total Sugars 51.70g
Protein 19.00g	38%

Vitamin D 227IU	1134%
Calcium 641mg	49%
Iron 2mg	12%
Potassium 934mg	20%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.7%

Protein: 14.1%

Carbs: 44.1%