Best 6 Hot Chocolate South American Style Recipes

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Hot chocolate is a beloved beverage enjoyed worldwide and has been a staple in South American culture for centuries. With its rich, creamy texture and distinctive flavors, South American-style hot chocolate sets itself apart from other variations. This article aims to guide you through the steps of preparing this delightful drink, introducing you to the unique ingredients and techniques that make it exceptional. Whether you're a seasoned hot chocolate enthusiast or simply seeking a new culinary adventure, let us take you on a journey to discover the secrets behind this delectable South American tradition.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

HOT CHOCOLATE - SOUTH AMERICAN STYLE



Hot Chocolate - South American Style image

This is a traditional South American chocolate drink, but to market it well I made it hot chocolate, even though in the old days, South Americans didn't drink it hot. The recipe uses chili powder, and I used red bell pepper to match the sweetness of the chocolate. This is a good way to bring an old recipe into today.

Provided by FAWN1N

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Hot Chocolate Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

¼ cup white sugar
¼ cup Dutch process cocoa powder
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 cup water
1 red bell pepper, seeded and sliced into strips
2 cups milk
2 tablespoons cherry brandy

Steps:

  • In a saucepan over low heat, stir together the sugar, cocoa powder and chili powder. Cook and stir for 5 minutes. Add water and bell pepper strips, and mix well. Bring to a simmer, and stir in milk. When the mixture is heated to your liking, remove the pepper strips with a slotted spoon. Add cherry brandy if using, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165 calories, Carbohydrate 25.1 g, Cholesterol 9.8 mg, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 92.4 mg, Sugar 19.8 g

MEXICAN-STYLE HOT CHOCOLATE



Mexican-Style Hot Chocolate image

Warm and creamy; simple chocolate flavors with a hint of cinnamon.

Provided by Swanee Speed

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ½ cups cold water
½ cup white sugar
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
¼ teaspoon salt
6 cups whole milk
1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Whisk cold water, sugar, cocoa powder, flour, cinnamon, cloves, and salt in a saucepan until smooth. Place over low heat; bring to a simmer, whisking constantly, until mixture is thickened and hot, about 4 minutes. Stir in milk; heat until hot chocolate just forms bubbles around the edge. Mix vanilla extract into hot chocolate. Blend until smooth with an immersion blender to make the drink slightly frothy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118 calories, Carbohydrate 16.1 g, Cholesterol 12.2 mg, Fat 4.2 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 98.8 mg, Sugar 14 g

SOUTH AMERICAN HOT CHOCOLATE (WITH CHILLIES)



South American Hot Chocolate (With Chillies) image

Make and share this South American Hot Chocolate (With Chillies) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by SolightlyUK

Categories     Beverages

Time 15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 liter whole milk
2 red chilies
200 g waitrose continental chocolate, broken into small pieces
200 ml single cream

Steps:

  • Pour the milk into a saucepan. Carefully slice the chillies in half lengthways and deseed, leaving the stalks attached in order to remove them from the milk easily. Add to the milk.
  • Slowly bring to a shivering simmer. Remove from the heat and infuse for 10 minutes, so that the milk takes on the chilli flavour. Reheat the milk, add the broken chocolate and cream and stir on a low heat until the chocolate is dissolved. Remove and discard the chillies. Serve garnished with a slice of fresh chilli.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274.1, Fat 24.1, SaturatedFat 14.7, Cholesterol 28.8, Sodium 69.3, Carbohydrate 16.4, Fiber 5, Sugar 7.7, Protein 8.8

HOT CHOCOLATE - SOUTH AMERICAN STYLE



Hot Chocolate - South American Style image

This is a traditional South American chocolate drink, but to market it well I made it hot chocolate, even though in the old days, South Americans didn't drink it hot. The recipe uses chili powder, and I used red bell pepper to match the sweetness of the chocolate. This is a good way to bring an old recipe into today.

Provided by Fawn1N

Categories     Hot Chocolate

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

¼ cup white sugar
¼ cup Dutch process cocoa powder
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 cup water
1 red bell pepper, seeded and sliced into strips
2 cups milk
2 tablespoons cherry brandy

Steps:

  • In a saucepan over low heat, stir together the sugar, cocoa powder and chili powder. Cook and stir for 5 minutes. Add water and bell pepper strips, and mix well. Bring to a simmer, and stir in milk. When the mixture is heated to your liking, remove the pepper strips with a slotted spoon. Add cherry brandy if using, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165 calories, Carbohydrate 25.1 g, Cholesterol 9.8 mg, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 92.4 mg, Sugar 19.8 g

HOT CHOCOLATE - SOUTH AMERICAN STYLE



Hot Chocolate - South American Style image

This is a traditional South American chocolate drink, but to market it well I made it hot chocolate, even though in the old days, South Americans didn't drink it hot. The recipe uses chili powder, and I used red bell pepper to match the sweetness of the chocolate. This is a good way to bring an old recipe into today.

Provided by FAWN1N

Categories     Hot Chocolate

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

¼ cup white sugar
¼ cup Dutch process cocoa powder
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 cup water
1 red bell pepper, seeded and sliced into strips
2 cups milk
2 tablespoons cherry brandy

Steps:

  • In a saucepan over low heat, stir together the sugar, cocoa powder and chili powder. Cook and stir for 5 minutes. Add water and bell pepper strips, and mix well. Bring to a simmer, and stir in milk. When the mixture is heated to your liking, remove the pepper strips with a slotted spoon. Add cherry brandy if using, and serve.n

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165 calories, Carbohydrate 25.1 g, Cholesterol 9.8 mg, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 92.4 mg, Sugar 19.8 g

HOT CHOCOLATE - SOUTH AMERICAN STYLE



Hot Chocolate - South American Style image

This is a traditional South American chocolate drink, but to market it well I made it hot chocolate, even though in the old days, South Americans didn't drink it hot. The recipe uses chili powder, and I used red bell pepper to match the sweetness of the chocolate. This is a good way to bring an old recipe into today.

Provided by Fawn1N

Categories     Hot Chocolate

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

¼ cup white sugar
¼ cup Dutch process cocoa powder
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 cup water
1 red bell pepper, seeded and sliced into strips
2 cups milk
2 tablespoons cherry brandy

Steps:

  • In a saucepan over low heat, stir together the sugar, cocoa powder and chili powder. Cook and stir for 5 minutes. Add water and bell pepper strips, and mix well. Bring to a simmer, and stir in milk. When the mixture is heated to your liking, remove the pepper strips with a slotted spoon. Add cherry brandy if using, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165 calories, Carbohydrate 25.1 g, Cholesterol 9.8 mg, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 92.4 mg, Sugar 19.8 g

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate with a cocoa content of at least 70%.
  • If you don't have evaporated milk, you can use regular milk mixed with a little bit of cornstarch.
  • To make your hot chocolate even more decadent, add a dollop of whipped cream or a sprinkle of cinnamon on top.
  • If you like your hot chocolate extra thick, use less milk and more chocolate.
  • For a vegan version of this recipe, use almond milk or soy milk instead of cow's milk, and vegan dark chocolate.

Conclusion:

South American-style hot chocolate is a delicious and comforting drink that is perfect for a cold day. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you like it thick or thin, sweet or spicy, there is a South American-style hot chocolate recipe out there for you. So next time you're looking for a warm and cozy drink, give one of these recipes a try.

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