Orange Spiced Mexican Chocolate

Jun 03, 2023June 3, 20230 13

Orange Spiced Mexican Chocolate recipe for a warm and cozy evening

by The Chefin Beverage

Prep

5 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

350

Sugar

35g

Fat

20g

Orange Spiced Mexican Chocolate is a twist on classic hot chocolate with a unique blend of flavors that will warm you up on a cold winter night. The secret to making this hot chocolate recipe special is the blend of Mexican chocolate, semisweet chocolate, and orange zest. It is the perfect comfort drink that will take you on a journey with each sip. The traditional Mexican hot chocolate flavor is achieved by using cinnamon and a touch of tangerine liqueur or orange liqueur for an added kick that will awaken your taste buds. This recipe will serve as a great addition to your warm and cozy winter nights at home.

Instructions

1.	Heat the milk, water, cinnamon stick, and orange zest in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
2.	Once the mixture comes to a simmer, reduce the heat to low and add the mexican chocolate and semisweet chocolate chunks. Stir until the chocolates have melted and the mixture is smooth.
3.	Remove the cinnamon stick from the pot and discard.
4.	Pour the hot chocolate into mugs and serve with a splash of tangerine liqueur or orange liqueur for an extra kick.

PROS

This orange-spiced Mexican hot chocolate is rich, decadent, and packed full of flavor.
The combination of Mexican chocolate and semisweet chocolate creates a perfect balance of sweet and bitter.
The orange zest adds a bright citrus note that is perfectly spiced with a cinnamon stick.

CONS

This hot chocolate is high in calories and sugar, making it a treat best enjoyed in moderation.
It is not suitable for those with lactose intolerance or dairy allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this hot chocolate may not be the healthiest drink, the combination of chocolate and orange zest has been associated with supporting cognitive function and reducing inflammation. The cinnamon used in the recipe has also been linked to regulating blood sugar levels and reducing the risk of heart disease.

	1/2 gallon milk
	2 cups water
	1 cinnamon stick
	1 orange , zest of , grated
	6 ounces mexican chocolate , broken into small chunks
	1 ounce semisweet chocolate
	tangerine liqueur or orange liqueur , for serving