Aztec Hot Chocolate
This recipe is a replica of the drink flavoured by the Aztecs during the fifteenth century. It is absent of some of the more exotic old world flavours that are no longer consumed in the modern day, but still features the major flavourings in the spicy beverage.
Ingredients:
75g of 100% cocoa liquor buttons or the highest percentage chocolate bar available (75-99% preferably)
1 tsp of Vanilla Extract
1 Chilli Pepper chopped finely
1 tsp of Cinnamon
1 tsp of Allspice
200ml Water or Milk depending on taste.
Prep Time: 5 minutes Serves: 4 Ability: Easy
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Method
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Place all ingredients in a saucepan and heat up until all cocoa buttons are melted.
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Serve hot.
Equipment:
Saucepan
Wooden Spoon
Cup for Serving