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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Servings:
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.