CHAMPURRADO (MEXICAN HOT CHOCOLATE)

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This recipe is from the Nestle Very Best Baking. Champurrado is a tradition in my part of the world on Christmas morning with tamales and sweet bread.

Provided by PaulaG

Categories     Beverages

Time 30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

12 cups water, divided
3 cinnamon sticks
1 1/2 cups masa harina flour
1 1/2 cups brown sugar, packed or 2 (6 ounce) piloncillo cones
1 ounce unsweetened baking chocolate
2 teaspoons vanilla

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine 8 cups of the water and cinnamon; bring to a boil.
  • Place the remaining water and masa harina in a blender; cover and blend until smooth.
  • Pour the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into the cinnamon-water mixture.
  • Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low; cook, stirring constantly with wire whisk for 6 to 7 minutes or until thickened.
  • Stir in sugar, chocolate and vanilla extract.
  • Cook, stirring frequently, for 4 to 5 minutes or until chocolate is melted and flavors well blended.

Frances Gilbert
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This champurrado is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still pretty good.


Nabeel Rana
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I'm not a big fan of champurrado, but this recipe is really good. It's not too sweet and the spices are just right.


Op Alex123
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This champurrado is amazing! It's so flavorful and the texture is perfect.


Vusumuzi Tshabalala
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I love this champurrado! It's the perfect drink to warm up on a cold day.


Khalidyar khan
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This is the best champurrado I've ever had! It's so rich and chocolatey, and the spices are perfectly balanced.


Alexpahtan Alexpahtan001
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This was my first time making champurrado, and it turned out great! It's so easy to make, and the flavor is amazing.


Thatayaone Tshekiso
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This champurrado is delicious! I love the combination of chocolate and cinnamon. It's the perfect drink to enjoy on a cold day.


Desire
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I was looking for a new hot chocolate recipe, and I'm so glad I found this one. This champurrado is incredible! It's so rich and flavorful, and I love the hint of spice. I'll definitely be making this again and again.


Jasmine Wiesner
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This champurrado is the perfect drink for a cold winter day. It's warm and comforting, and the chocolate flavor is divine. I love adding a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon on top.


Obafemi Ojimi
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This was my first time making champurrado, and it turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly, and it was so easy to follow. The champurrado was delicious, and my family loved it. I'll definitely be making this again.


Fatime Bekiri
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I've never had champurrado before, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It's delicious! The flavors are perfectly balanced, and it's so easy to make. I'll definitely be adding this to my regular rotation of breakfast drinks.


asad islam
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This champurrado is amazing! It's so rich and chocolatey, with just the right amount of spice. I love the way the masa harina gives it a slightly gritty texture. I'll definitely be making this again!