Xocolatl (Aztec Chocolate)

Name: Xocolatl (Aztec Chocolate)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 1.5 cups water; 1 green chile pepper, sliced; 4 cups water; 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

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This bitter, spicy Aztec drink is what modern 'Hot Chocolate' is based from. For a more authentic version the way the Aztecs enjoyed, chill the Xocolatl before drinking.

Recipe by Antipex

Updated on September 16, 2022

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Prep Time:

5 mins

Cook Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

20 mins

Servings:

2

Yield:

2 servings

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Ingredients

1 ½ cups water
1 green chile pepper, sliced
4 cups water
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Directions

Bring 1 1/2 cup water to a boil in a pot; add the chili pepper, seeds included, to the boiling water and cook at a boil for 5 to 10 minutes. Strain the chili pepper and seeds from the water; return the water to the pot. Add 4 cups water to the chili pepper-infused water, reduce heat to medium-low, and bring to a slow boil. Stir the cocoa powder and vanilla extract into the boiling water; cook and stir until the powder dissolves completely, 5 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

46	Calories
2g	Fat
9g	Carbs
3g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 2
Calories 46
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2g	2%
Saturated Fat 1g	5%
Sodium 24mg	1%
Total Carbohydrate 9g	3%
Dietary Fiber 4g	14%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 3g
Vitamin C 55mg	273%
Calcium 38mg	3%
Iron 2mg	10%
Potassium 253mg	5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.