Tex-Mex is literally a blend of American and Mexican flavors. What’s more Tex-Mex than a spiced Mexican hot chocolate with a dash of Louisiana Tabasco sauce? Sip on this flavorful mug on the next snowy day. Spike it with tequila or mezcal for the adults!
To help you find a new, delicious way to warm up this season, Aaron Polsky of Harvard and Stone in Los Angeles has partnered with TABASCO Sauce to create a spicy Mexican Hot Chocolate recipe. This recipe combines creamy coconut milk with melted Mexican chocolate and a shot of reposado tequila or mezcal for a perfect winter warm-up. The drink is enlivened with a flavorful splash of TABASCO Sauce and topped with coconut flakes or marshmallows to make it extra cozy.
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Snow Day Treat: Tex-Mex Hot Chocolate
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Diet: Omnivore
Description
A spicy twist on classic hot chocolate. Perfect for a cozy night in.
Ingredients
- 1 cups (237 ml) coconut milk
- 2 disks Mexican hot chocolate
- 1 tsp mole bitters
- 1/4 tsp TABASCO® Sauce
- 2 oz (57 g) reposado tequila or mezcal
- Coconut flakes or marshmallows
Instructions
- In a saucepan, add coconut milk and bring to a simmer.
- Add chocolate disks, mole bitters, and TABASCO® Sauce and whisk until the chocolate disks have melted.
- Remove from heat.
- To serve, add 3/4 cup hot chocolate base to a heated mug, and add 1.5 oz Reposado Tequila or Mezcal and stir.
- Garnish with a sprinkling of coconut flakes and marshmallows.
- Leave a bottle of TABASCO® Sauce out for your guests to add more if they want it spicier.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use full-fat coconut milk.
- Adjust the amount of TABASCO® sauce to your preferred spice level.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; reheat gently before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 25
- Sodium: 100
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Unsaturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 2
- Cholesterol: 10
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of chocolate should I use for the Tex-Mex Hot Chocolate?
You should use melted Mexican chocolate for the best flavor, as it gives the drink its authentic taste.
Can I substitute the coconut milk in the recipe?
Yes, you can substitute the coconut milk with whole milk or any non-dairy milk of your choice, but this may alter the flavor and creaminess.
How much TABASCO Sauce should I add for the right spice level?
Start with a small splash of TABASCO Sauce and adjust to your taste, as the spice level can vary depending on your preference.
I stirred up a mug of this on a proper snow day and honestly wow, so good and rich with that little chili warmth sneaking in at the end. It is thick and indulgent, nothing like the powdery packet stuff I usually make. My kids begged for a second cup and so did I. The BEST hot chocolate upgrade I have tried in ages, perfect for a cold afternoon.