CHAMPURRADO (CHOCOLATE ATOLE)

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This Mexican masa harina/chocolate drink is primarily served with celebratory meals and tamales, though it is also a comfort food in the morning, served with spicy things or given to kids to drink.

Provided by Elmotoo

Categories     Beverages

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 cups whole milk
1 cup masa harina (corn flour)
2 cups water
1 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
3 ounces unsweetened chocolate, grated
1 cinnamon stick

Steps:

  • Heat the milk and chocolate in a saucepan, stirring to dissolve the chocolate.
  • When chocolate is completely dissolved, remove from the heat and set aside to keep warm.
  • Mix the masa harina with the water in another saucepan; place over low heat, add the cinnamon stick, and cook until the mixture has thickened and the masa becomes translucent.
  • Add the chocolate milk and sugar. Stir to dissolve the sugar and simmer for a few minutes.
  • Remove the cinnamon stick and serve the champurrado hot in cups or mugs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321.4, Fat 12.1, SaturatedFat 6.9, Cholesterol 18.3, Sodium 91.4, Carbohydrate 49.8, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 36, Protein 8.5

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