Mayan Hot Chocolate
- 5m Prep Time
- 10m Cook Time
- 15m Ready In
4 servings This spiced hot chocolate has a remarkably clean chocolate flavor because no dairy is added. Use a high-quality chocolate that you would be happy eating on its own.
Let's Prepare
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- 2 ½ cups water
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- 4 ounces dark, bittersweet, or semisweet chocolate (60 to 72% cacao), finely chopped
Let's Cook
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Step 1.
Combine in a small saucepan: 2 ½ cups water; ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon; ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper; ⅛ teaspoon salt
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Step 2.
Bring to a brisk simmer, remove from the heat, and add, whisking until melted and completely combined: 4 ounces dark, bittersweet, or semisweet chocolate (60 to 72% cacao), finely chopped