Spicy Abuelita Hot Chocolate

Prep Time 8 min
Cook Time 7 min
Servings 2

Ingredients

  • 1 tablet NESTLÉ® ABUELITA
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ancho chile powder + more for sprinkling
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 1/2 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Whipped cream for serving (optional)

Directions

  1. Combine all ingredients in a medium pot, except for the vanilla and whipped cream.
  2. Simmer mixture over a medium flame until the chocolate and sugar are completely dissolved - about five minutes.
  3. Remove the pot from the heat and whisk in the vanilla. Cover, then steep for an hour.
  4. Remove the cinnamon stick from the pot to serve, then warm over low heat.
  5. Serve hot, with a dollop of whipped cream and sprinkle of chili powder. Enjoy!