Mexican Hot Chocolate Mix Recipe (Easy Gift Idea)

Looking for an easy gift idea? You’ll love this easy Mexican Hot Chocolate Mix Recipe!

On the hunt for a simple gift idea for the foodies in your life? Blending an irresistible mix of sweet sugar, decadent cocoa, savory cinnamon, and a dash of cayenne, this tasty Mexican Hot Chocolate Mix Recipe delivers big time! This irresistible combination of flavors creates a unique, yet comforting beverage I know you’ll love.

This recipe is always easy to make. Just 5 simple ingredients and you’re done! So whether you want a thoughtful homemade gift or an easy recipe to make for yourself, you’re in luck. All around, this is seriously one of the easiest and most delicious beverage recipes.

So, what are you waiting for? Here’s what you’ll need to make your hot chocolate mix…

Mexican Hot Chocolate Mix Recipe

What Makes Mexican Hot Chocolate Unique From American Hot Chocolate?

Now you may be wondering what exactly sets Mexican Hot Chocolate apart from American hot chocolate or any other traditional style. In a nutshell, the main difference is that Mexican hot chocolate can include additional spices like cinnamon, cayenne, chilies, nutmeg, and more.

How is Mexican Hot Chocolate Different?

Generally, there is also more flavor when compared to a traditional sweet and hot chocolate. The additional spices create a beverage that’s sweet, savory, a little spicy, and all around irresistible.

What is Mexican Hot Chocolate Made of?

So, it’s time to move on to the nitty gritty! What exactly is this Mexican hot chocolate mix recipe made with?

• Powdered Sugar
• Cocoa
• Ground Cinnamon
• Pinch of Cayenne
• Salt

This particular combination of ingredients gives it a nice, well rounded flavor I know you’ll enjoy!

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Mexican Hot Chocolate Mix Recipe

Looking for an easy gift idea? You'll love this easy Mexican Hot Chocolate Mix Recipe!

Prep Time5 minutes mins

Cook Time0 minutes mins

Total Time5 minutes mins

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Servings: 6

Author: Never Ending Journeys

Ingredients

• 1 cup Powdered Sugar
• 9 tbsp or 1/2 cup + 1 tbsp Cocoa
• 1 tbsp Ground Cinnamon
• Pinch of Cayenne
• 1/8 tsp Salt

Instructions

• Whisk together Powdered Sugar, Cocoa, Ground Cinnamon, Cayenne, and Salt in medium glass mixing bowl.
• Transfer mixture to jar. Compress mixture with spoon if needed to make it fit inside of jar.
• Give the mixture as a gift, or use it for yourself. Enjoy!

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