#mexicanhotchocolate

[chefilona]

CHEF ILONA: MEXICAN-STYLE HOT CHOCOLATE CRINKLE COOKIES

Mexican hot chocolate is a rich, flavorful beverage distinct from other types of hot chocolate due to its unique ingredients, preparation methods, and cultural significance. Mexican-style hot cocoa is often enjoyed during cold weather, festivals, and special occasions.

The key Ingredients are cacao, typically a minimally processed cacao for a more robust, earthy flavor, sugar- always cane sugar, and spices like cinnamon and a kick of heat from cayenne powder.

These unique flavours blend with milk to make an incredible beverage and today I want to take the flavour profile of Mexican-style hot chocolate and infuse them into a PEI Christmas cookie favourite, the crinkle cookie!

Crinkle cookies are soft, chewy cookies with a distinctive crackled or "crinkled" surface, created by a powdered sugar coating that splits apart as the dough expands during baking. They are as visually striking as they are delicious! Crinkle cookies definitely have a brownie energy going on!

Mexican Hot Chocolate Crinkle Cookies

Chef Ilona Daniel

Makes 1 dozen cookies

1 cup Sugar

1/2 cup cocoa powder (the better the quality, the better the cookie)

1/4 cup vegetable oil

1 Tbsp vanilla extract

2 large eggs

1/6 -1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1 cup flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

1 Tbsp instant coffee

1 teaspoon cinnamon

pinch salt

3 tablespoons powdered sugar

In a medium bowl mix sugar, cocoa powder, vegetable oil and vanilla extract until well incorporated. Should be a gritty paste consistency.  Beat in eggs one at a time. Set aside.

In a large bowl sift together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, cayenne and salt.

Fold wet ingredients to dry until incorporated. Wrap in saran wrap and put in fridge to chill. I chilled mine overnight, but you can opt for a few hours.

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Remove dough from the fridge and create a tablespoon sized ball. Entire batch should make between 16-18.  Roll balls generously in powdered sugar and line on a baking sheet about 1.5 inches apart.

Bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes. Cookies should be soft and have a cracked look on top.  Allow to cool on the cooling rack for 10-15 minutes then enjoy!

[slcolibrarians]

This vegan twist on traditional Mexican hot chocolate combines the creamy richness of Silk Nog with the warmth of cinnamon and nutmeg, creating a cozy and indulgent treat perfect for the holiday season or any chilly day. The addition of cayenne pepper adds a subtle kick for those who enjoy a bit of spice in their chocolate.

Ingredients: 1 cup Silk Nog. 1 cup unsweetened almond milk. 2 tablespoons cocoa powder. 2 tablespoons maple syrup or agave syrup. 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon. 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg. 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract. Pinch of cayenne pepper optional. Vegan whipped cream for topping optional. Cinnamon sticks for garnish optional.

Instructions: In a saucepan, combine Silk Nog, almond milk, cocoa powder, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and cayenne pepper if using. Whisk the mixture until smooth. Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally. Once heated through, remove from heat and pour the hot chocolate into mugs. Top with vegan whipped cream and garnish with cinnamon sticks if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

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[artadorkable]

So much spice ☕️🍪🍩🍫🔥

[eudaemonius]

Ok, today I made and tried #Champurrado for the first time, but not the last! Wow! How have I been missing this? So good! #VideoSoon #Eudaemonius #YourEveryDaySanta #MexicanHotChocolate (at Seaside, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/B5_O42OplG7/?igshid=4nm8tuv6hqzp

[elbuencacao]

Super excited about the Super Bowl, you know the game where they throw a ball that resembles a cacao pod and score touchdowns? Anyway, we will be missing the game as we will be at El Buen Cacao serving chocolate until 6 PM. See you today, or see you tomorrow! Weekdays we are open from 11 AM to 6 PM, and closed on Wednesdays. Peace and love! . . . . . . #elbuencacao #beantobar #chocolate #singleorigin #organic #fairtrade #ethicallysourced #cacaobeans #darkchocolate #unapologeticallydark #madeinidyllwild #hotchocolate #sippingchocolate #mexicanhotchocolate #craftchocolate #upinthemountains #sanjacintomountains #eatchocolate #shopchocolate #drinkchocolate #inthemountains #socal #socalliving #mountainlife #superbowl #superbowl2020 #footballsunday #idyllwild #california #ebc https://www.instagram.com/p/B8E5RZrJoeI/?igshid=qxgrswzclbn5

[womenscraftbeer]

Oh heck yahhh, feeling all the #fallfeels now! ...I ate my first pumpkin thingy, wore my new @madewell bulky sweater, and drank my first full #imperialstout of the season 🙋🏻‍♀️ ... one we all know and love, XOCOVEZA 🍫☕️🌶🍂 Please don’t ever stop making this one @stonebrewing because it really is the perfect release for the holidays and upcoming cozy #winter season! 🎃🍂 #imperialstout inspired by #mexicanhotchocolate brewed with #chocolate #coffee #pasillapeppers #vanilla #cinnamon #nutmeg DO STOUT ALL YEAR LONG, or only when the weather turns cooler? 🤔 #stonebrewing #escondido #california #xocoveza #fall @stoneescondido (at Carlsbad, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/B3X65DpH7I9/?igshid=18vqyfsr3tm00

[gastronomictourist]

#assorted #chocolate #truffles and #trufflebar from @seattlechoc #allisawesome #espresso becomes our new #favorite #darkchocolate #blackberry #crème #champagne #mexicanhotchocolate #seattle #tradition #rainyday #espressotruffle #food #foodie #foodies #sweet #dark #dreamy #chocolate #lovingit #seattle #wa #usa #sea #airport (at Seattle Chocolate) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cl9fMQhp4tm/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[lopojo]

#breakfast #sunday #newplacetoeat #itwasprettygood #inthevalley #glendale #victoryboulevard #inthecity #oatmeal #friedeggsandwich #countrypotatoes #yum #mexicanhotchocolate (at V Boulevard Cafe) https://www.instagram.com/p/BslrIzCl-jA/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=z2h6k2wl7p3r

[khaylscookies]

Attempted to make my mom's #mole #molepoblano #mexicanhotchocolate #chocolateabuelita #toastedsesameseeds #quesopanela #pickledonion #applecidervinegar #koshersalt #chicken #whitecorntortillas #garlicrice #mexicanfood #mexicaneats #eeeeeats #tamarindpaste https://www.instagram.com/p/CgspqXUp5gi/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[platanosconlechera]

#beeroftheday #xocoveza #tresleches #xocovezastout #imperialstout #mexicanhotchocolate con #chocolate #coffee #pasillapeppers #vanilla #cinnamon #nutmeg #rice and #oats #stout #stonebrewing #craftbeer #craftbeernotcrapbeer #beergeek #beerporn #ilikebeerbeerisgood #beerstagram #hacercervezaesarte #elsonidodelacerveza https://www.instagram.com/p/Ce3_VQlu5-j/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[ramirez909]

It feels like this kinda weather for 🇲🇽 ☕️ 🍫 Mexican Hot Chocolate Abuelita illustration #abuelita #mexicanhotchocolate #procreate #ipadpro #illustration #art #drawing #draw #mexicanfood #mexican #speedpaint #digitalart #apple #instadaily #dailyarts #art_worldly #art_help #instadaily #hispanicheritagemonth heritage #doodlesofinstagram (at Ontario, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/CbsomAWJCl1/?utm_medium=tumblr

[cakasaka]

Inspired by @erdemgulova and M for the Mexican hot chocolate on this snow day! #mexicanhotchocolate #snowday #avoidingshovelling (at Burnaby Heights) https://www.instagram.com/carolakasaka/p/CYHV7RDpKgB/?utm_medium=tumblr

[comicsgodandtortillas]

Here is a sign of true love taught to me by example some 50-plus years ago. MigiMo has been experiencing severe pain in her right knee in the middle of the night lately. I give her two acetaminophen at bedtime and that usually helps her sleep through the night. However, not the past three nights. So I’ve had to give her a second dose of dōTERRA Deep Blue rub in the middle of the night, along with some liquid morphine, to help ease her pain. Tonight she was still awake experiencing discomfort so I laid down in the twin bed next to her hospital bed and gently rubbed her knee and leg. After a while she asked if we had enough milk for some hot chocolate. I said “yes” and headed on to my task. On my way to the kitchen, I thought: “This will be nice—some bonding mother/son time over some Ibarra Mexican hot chocolate!” As I got the middle-sized sauce pan and milk ready I suddenly remembered: “DOGGONE IT!! I have a FASTING blood appointment at my doctor’s office at 8:30!?!?” So I sadly swapped out the medium saucepan for the small one and slowly poured ONE cup of milk into it. While the milk warmed on the stovetop I pulled out the Ibarra from the cupboard, reminding myself: “DON’T gnaw on the sweet, luscious triangle of Ibarra goodness!! DON’T blow your fast!” While I stirred the chocolate triangles into the milk as it went from warm to hot melting this confectionery delight, my inner voice said: “DON’T taste the hot chocolate to see if it’s ‘just right’! DON’T even lick the spoon!!” Tonight I even tried something new by using a whisk to blend the residue chunks of melted chocolate into the hot, steamy milk...ahhhh...hot chocolate perfection!! Slowly, I walked through the darkened living room, careful not to spill anything. I turned on the bedroom light...to find MigiMo fast asleep!!! I quietly whispered in her ear: “Do you want your hot chocolate or do you want to sleep?” After reading all this take, surely you can guess her reply!! #livingwithanonagenarian #migimoment #caregiverlife #livingwithelderlyparents #ibarrahotchocolate #mexicanhotchocolate #humanmoments #humanmoment #livingwithmigimo #lovingyourparents #lovingyourparentsisbestpartofyourlife❤😇😘❤❤ (at East Mesa, Arizona) https://www.instagram.com/p/CJ--IlZhYvt/?igshid=k1u0gsqv8lvs

[elbuencacao]

Mexican Hot Chocolate. Have it in the morning, have at noon, or have it now. Open daily from 10 AM to 7 PM, so come in between. Peace and love! • • • MHC made by the amazing @yoginilizzy with oat milk. . . . #elbuencacao #beantobar #chocolate #singleorigin #organic #certifiedorganic #ethicallysourced #cacao #darkchocolate #unapologeticallydark #mexicanhotchocolate #hotchocolate #artisanhotchocolate #craftchocolate #artisanchocolate #veganchocolate #plantbased #dairyfreechocolate #glutenfreechocolate #madeinidyllwild #idyllwild #california #ebc https://www.instagram.com/p/B3vZ6fPJcku/?igshid=ljdwlf7ip2c7

[womenscraftbeer]

Who else is stuffing their face with #chips and #guacamole and drinking up all the #margaritas ? 🙋🏻‍♀️ I mean, why wouldn’t we be excited about having a hall pass to do the above mentioned?! It’s been brought to my attention that we have big beer to thank for this day off from dietary restraints! _______________________________ In the early 1960s, many Mexican-American activists entrenched in the country’s growing civil rights movement, used the Mexican Army’s victory over the French Empire as a source of pride. Close to two decades later, in 1989, an ad campaign by an importer of beers like Modelo and Corona was introduced. The campaign was initially targeted toward Latinos but eventually broadened with print and TV ads. Apparently #cincodemayo isn’t even celebrated in Mexico. Seems like the perfect day to finish off with Pastelería Culinary Stout brewed with #mexicanhotchocolate by @pueblovida 💃🏻🍫 • • • • • #WOMENSBEERCOLLECTIVE #beer #craftbeer #instabeer #beerstagram #beergeek #cerveza #cerveja #beernerd #beerlover #beers #beerme #beersnob #craftbeerlife #craftbeernotcrapbeer #bar #cervejaartesanal #craftbrew #drink #cincodemayo #tucson #stout #pasteleria #mexicanindependenceday #tacos (at Carlsbad, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/BxGavNWH0A0/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1q0ifmnn1yk8q

[hifidonutsportland]

Happy CINCO DE MAYO Celebrating with the new "margarita madness" the "Churro" and the "Mexican hot chocolate" #margarita #mexicanhotchocolate #churro #cincodemayo #hifidonutsportland #HiFi #donut #donuts #donutsandcoffee #donutdonutdonut #timetomakethedonuts #🍩🍩🍩 (at HiFi Donuts)