Mexicocoa

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Ingredients

  • 1 tbs. unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp. cinnamon
  • Pinch of chili powder
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper
  • 3/4 cup almond milk (can substitute Irish Creme, coffee-flavored liqueur or milk)
  • Splash of agave nectar (can substitute honey or maple syrup)
  • 1 oz. Silver tequila
  • Paprika

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan over low heat add the cocoa powder, cinnamon, chili powder and cayenne pepper.
  2. Toast until spices begin to release their aromas, about a couple of minutes.
  3. Using a small whisk or wooden spoon, slowly incorporate the almond milk.
  4. Raise the temperature to medium-high and bring to a slow simmer.
  5. Stir in the agave nectar and remove from the heat.
  6. Rim a mug by dipping into a saucer of water, blotting and dipping into saucer of paprika.
  7. Pour in tequila.
  8. Add hot cocoa mixture.
  9. Stir with a cinnamon stick and serve.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

561 kcal 28% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 15.5g 31% DV
Total Fat 24g 31% DV
Carbs 88.4g 32% DV
Fiber 33.1g 100% DV
Sugar 34.5g 69% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 855.8mg 37% DV
Potassium 2246mg 48% DV
Cholesterol 1.3mg

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 1508mcg 100% DV
Vitamin C 24.5mg 27% DV
Vitamin D 0.3mcg 1% DV
Calcium 300.5mg 23% DV
Iron 15.7mg 87% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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