Ancient Aztec Cacahuatl
Hot chocolate, Aztec-style. Something different for the adventurous palate.
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INGREDIENTS
Nutrition- 5cups half-and-half
- 1
- 8ounces mexican chocolate, chopped (Abuelita)
- 1⁄2cup natural cocoa powder
- 1 -2
- 3
- whipped cream, for garnish
- 1 -2tablespoon slivered unsalted roasted almonds, for garnish
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DIRECTIONS
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine half-and-half and vanilla bean; heat until mixture comes to a simmer.
- Decrease heat to low; add in chocolate and cocoa powder; whisk to combine.
- Simmer 5-10 minutes, or until mixture coats the back of a spoon (watch closely so that is does no boil over).
- Add in the chile powder, a little at a time, to taste; stir in the honey and blend; discard the vanilla bean.
- Pour hot chocolate into 8 small cups; top with the whipped cream and slivered almonds.
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