Traeger Kitchen
Smoked Mexican Hot Chocolate
Prep Time
15
Minutes
Cook Time
35
Minutes
Serves
2 - 4
People
Effort
What's this?
Spice up your hot chocolate routine this season with our Smoked Chili Hot Chocolate recipe. This winter favorite combines sweet and spicy in one mug, keeping you warm with wood-fired flavor.
Ingredients
1/8 Teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 Teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 Teaspoon smoked paprika
333/500 Cup heavy cream
4 Cup milk
1/2 Cup sugar
1/4 Cup Cocoa Powder
1/8 Teaspoon salt
1 3/4 Chocolate, Bittersweet
1/2 Teaspoon vanilla extract
Steps
1
When ready to cook, set the grill temperature 180℉ and preheat, lid closed 15 minutes.2
In a heatproof pan, smoke cayenne pepper for approximately 30 minutes. Add the cinnamon and paprika to the pan and smoke for 5 more minutes.3
In a medium saucepan scald the milk, cream, and sugar. After a few minutes, whisk in the cocoa and salt.4
Once the mixture is hot, stir in the bittersweet chocolate, smoked spices, and vanilla.5
Whisk until combined and serve with whipped cream or marshmallows. Enjoy!