Champurrado or Chocolate Atole
Warm up with a steaming mug of *Champurrado*, a traditional Mexican chocolate atole that’s rich, creamy, and soul-soothing. This beloved beverage combines unsweetened Mexican chocolate, earthy masa harina, and the warm sweetness of piloncillo for a uniquely thick and hearty drink. Infused with aromatic cinnamon and a hint of vanilla, champurrado strikes the perfect balance between indulgence and comfort. Whether you're celebrating the holidays, embracing a chilly evening, or pairing it with tamales for a festive treat, this chocolate-infused atole is sure to delight. Ready in under 40 minutes, it’s an authentic taste of Mexico that will leave you feeling cozy and satisfied.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups water
- 1 piece cinnamon stick
- 1 cone (about 3 ounces) piloncillo (or brown sugar)
- 3.5 ounces unsweetened Mexican chocolate
- 0.5 cup masa harina (corn flour)
- 4 cups milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.125 teaspoon salt
Instructions
In a medium-sized pot, combine 4 cups of water and a cinnamon stick. Bring to a boil over medium heat and simmer for 5 minutes to extract the cinnamon flavor.
Add the piloncillo (or brown sugar) to the pot and stir until it dissolves completely. Keep simmering for another 2-3 minutes.
Break the Mexican chocolate into smaller pieces and add it to the pot. Stir continuously until the chocolate has completely melted into the cinnamon-infused water.
In a small bowl, whisk the masa harina with 1 cup of milk until smooth and free of lumps.
Slowly pour the masa harina mixture into the pot while stirring constantly to prevent clumps from forming.
Add the remaining 3 cups of milk, vanilla extract, and salt to the pot. Stir well to combine.
Cook the mixture over low to medium heat for about 10-15 minutes, stirring frequently, until the champurrado thickens to your desired consistency. (It should be drinkable but slightly thick.)
Remove the cinnamon stick and taste for sweetness. Adjust with additional sugar if needed.
Serve hot in small mugs and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1600 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.3 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.3 g | 186% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 88 mg | 29% | |
| Sodium | 732 mg | 32% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 222.0 g | 81% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.0 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 131.0 g | ||
| Protein | 45.1 g | 90% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.7 mcg | 54% | |
| Calcium | 1538 mg | 118% | |
| Iron | 10.1 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 2554 mg | 54% | |
*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.
