Mexican hot chocolate usually comes in a round box with four 3/4 in [2 cm] disks of 8 wedges. The chocolate can be found in some supermarkets, specialty food stores, and Latin American groceries. It has a more complex taste and fragrance than your average hot chocolate, with hints of cinnamon, almonds, and vanilla.
MAKES 1 DRINK
8 oz [240 ml] whole milk
2 wedges Mexican hot chocolate
Marshmallows, for garnish (optional)
Whipped Cream (page 25), for garnish (optional)
Heat the milk in a small saucepan over medium heat until very hot. In a blender, pulse the chocolate wedges until coarsely chopped. Add the hot milk and blend until smooth. Serve in a mug, adding marshmallows or fresh whipped cream, if desired.