Smooth, spicy Tequila Spiked Mexican Hot Chocolate with Homemade Cinnamon Marshmallows is rich, creamy treat that is sure to warm you up on a cold day! (gluten-free)
Calling all chocolate lovers AND all tequila lovers! I have the perfect drink to warm you up from the inside out: Tequila Spiked Mexican Hot Chocolate.
This smooth, creamy hot chocolate is the perfect base to be spiced up with a little cinnamon and a kick of cayenne, a flavor combination that’s just begging for a shot of tequila to round it out. I’m not one to deny anyone of their tequila wishes, so into the hot chocolate it goes!
To take things up ANOTHER notch, I made some homemade cinnamon marshmallows to go along with this lovely Mexican hot cocoa. Because, why not? They get all melty and frothy when you drop them into the top, making the perfect setup for a luxurious sip of hot chocolate and a serious marshmallow mustache. Mmmm.
Of course, if you’re just in the mood for some fabulous Mexican hot cocoa without a party, leave out the tequila. The Mexican Hot Chocolate is just as good on its own. Or if you really want to keep things classic, you can go bare-bones and leave out the spices, too. The Hot Chocolate Mix itself is just a classic version that makes quite a bit, so you can drink it on its own whenever you’d like. You still get a lovely, rich, heart-warming cup of deliciousness.
Although I highly recommend the spices. And the tequila. It’s one of the best ways I know to warm up and unwind on a cold evening. Bonus points if you sip it by the fireplace with somebody you love! Cheers!
Smooth, spicy Tequila Spiked Mexican Hot Chocolate with Homemade Cinnamon Marshmallows is rich, creamy treat that is sure to warm you up on a cold day! (gluten-free)
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup nonfat dry milk
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- 1 1/4 cups powdered sugar
- Pinch salt
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1 1/2 tbsp unflavored gelatin
- 2 1/2 tbsp cold water
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 3/4 cup water
- 1 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp mix
- 1/8 tsp cinnamon
- Pinch cayenne pepper
- 6-8 oz hot water
- 1 oz tequila
Instructions
- Prepare hot chocolate mix by combining all mix ingredients in a high powered blender or food processor. Pulse until chocolate chips are ground and blended in with the rest of the mix. Pour into an airtight container to store.
- To make hot chocolate, add 2 tbsp mix to a mug with cinnamon and cayenne. Pour in hot water (4-6 oz, leaving room for tequila). Whisk to combine. Add tequila and whisk again. Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon or 1-2 cinnamon marshmallows (instructions below).
- Combine gelatin and 2 1/2 tbsp cold water in a small bowl. Let gelatin swell for about 10 minutes.
- Dissolve sugar in the 3/4 cup water in a medium saucepan and heat over low heat.
- Add gelatin and stir to dissolve. Raise heat to medium and bring to a boil. Boil mixture (not heavily) for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool until lukewarm.
- Pour cooled mixture into the bowl of a stand mixer (or large bowl with hand mixer) with cinnamon. Beat until the mixture is very thick and fluffy.
- Line an 8x8" dish with parchment or spray with cooking spray. Pour in mixture and let stand until marshmallows are set (this will take a few hours).
- Cut marshmallows into squares . Combine cornstarch and powdered sugar and dust marshmallows with the mixture.
Notes
Marshmallow recipe adapted from http://ashleemarie.com/homemade-marshmallows/. Marshmallows should be made a day ahead of time.
Oh my goodness, I love everything about these!! Hot chocolate with tequila alone would be delicious but adding cinnamon marshmallows is just so creative!
Thanks Kelli! Hope you’re staying warm this weekend!
Square marshmallows are so cute, and this literally sounds like the fanciest hot cocoa I’ve ever heard of!
Thanks Emily!