Easy Champurrado Recipe

This easy Champurrado recipe is a deliciously thick and creamy Mexican chocolate drink made with masa harina, perfect for warming up on chilly mornings.

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Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 20

Total Time: 30

Servings: 4

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

▢ 4 cups milk You can use whole, skim, or any plant-based milk.
▢ 3 tablespoons masa harina This thickens the champurrado.
▢ 1 cup water For dissolving the masa harina.
▢ 1 disk Mexican chocolate Such as Abuelita or Ibarra.
▢ 1 stick cinnamon Aromatic addition to the drink.
▢ 0.25 cup piloncillo Or 1/4 cup packed brown sugar.
▢ 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For enhanced flavor.
▢ 1 pinch salt Balances the sweetness.

Instructions

Preparation Steps

In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the Mexican chocolate, cinnamon stick, and piloncillo with 3 cups of milk. Stir until the chocolate and piloncillo dissolve completely.
In a small bowl, whisk together the masa harina and water until smooth, then pour into the saucepan with the milk mixture.
Add the remaining cup of milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Continue to cook the mixture, stirring constantly, until thickened, about 10 minutes.
Remove the cinnamon stick, then serve hot. Optional: Garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon or chocolate shavings.

Notes

For an extra rich flavor, you can double the amount of Mexican chocolate.

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