We are neck deep into the winter season here in Michigan and always looking for new ways to warm up! Nothing hits the spot like double the heat and a little bit of sweet in this spicy Aztec hot chocolate recipe we found from the Endless Meal. They've added a fresh chille pepper to bump up the spice factor and it has us sweating in the middle of January! A thermos full of this drink is the perfect companion while painting one of our many winter themed paintings!
- 1/2 cup chopped dark chocolate
- 2 cups of milk
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- dash of salt
- 1 chili pepper, split in half and seeds removed
- 1-4 tablespoons coconut sugar, (you can sub brown sugar or honey)
- Optional: 2 shots of brandy or Grand Marnier