South American Hot Chocolate with Chillies
Indulge in the bold and irresistible flavors of South American Hot Chocolate with Chillies, a luxurious treat that fuses rich, velvety chocolate with the warming kick of spices. This recipe combines whole milk and heavy cream for a creamy base, enhanced by finely chopped dark chocolate, unsweetened cocoa powder, and a touch of sugar for the perfect balance of sweetness. Infused with aromatic cinnamon and a hint of dried chilli flakes, this spiced drink delivers a delightful heat that lingers after every sip. For a decorative and flavorful finish, garnish with a swirl of whipped cream and slices of fresh red chilli. Ready in just 15 minutes, this cozy beverage is perfect for chilly evenings or as a decadent dessert drink. Don’t miss out on this unique twist on classic hot chocolate—it’s a must-try for lovers of sweet and spicy flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk
- 0.5 cups heavy cream
- 4 oz dark chocolate (70% cacao or higher), finely chopped
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon
- 0.25 tsp dried chilli flakes
- 1 small fresh red chilli (optional, for garnish)
- whipped cream (optional, for topping)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the milk and heavy cream. Heat over medium heat until the mixture begins to steam, but do not let it boil.
Reduce the heat to low and add the chopped dark chocolate, cocoa powder, and sugar. Whisk continuously until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
Stir in the vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and dried chilli flakes. Continue to whisk and heat for another 2-3 minutes to let the spices infuse into the chocolate.
Taste the hot chocolate and adjust the sweetness or spice level if needed. You can add more sugar for sweetness or more chilli flakes for extra heat.
If using, finely slice the fresh red chilli for garnish.
Pour the hot chocolate into two mugs and garnish with whipped cream and fresh red chilli slices (if desired) for a decorative and flavorful touch.
Serve immediately and enjoy the creamy, spiced warmth of South American hot chocolate with chillies!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1564 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 109.9 g | 141% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.8 g | 324% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 189 mg | 63% | |
| Sodium | 256 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 107.1 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.5 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 78.3 g | ||
| Protein | 26.6 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 720 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 14.5 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 1746 mg | 37% | |
*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.
