Warm Spiced Banana Chocolate Drink
Warm Spiced Banana Chocolate Drink
Ingredients
- 4 cups milk, whole or 2%
- 2 Abuelita hot chocolate tablets, or 4 ounces of your favorite Mexican hot chocolate
- 2 ripe bananas, peeled and sliced
- 4 scoops chocolate protein powder
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, or to taste
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 pinch of cayenne pepper, optional, for a subtle kick
For Garnish (Optional)
- 1 cup whipped cream
- 2 tablespoons chocolate shavings
- 4 cinnamon sticks
Instructions
- 1
In a medium saucepan, combine the milk and Abuelita hot chocolate tablets. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly with a whisk or a molinillo (if you have one), until the chocolate tablets are completely dissolved and the mixture is warm and frothy. This will take approximately 5-7 minutes.
⏱️ 7 min
- 2
Once the chocolate is dissolved, add the sliced bananas, chocolate protein powder, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and the optional pinch of cayenne pepper to the saucepan. Continue to heat, stirring occasionally, for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the bananas to soften slightly.
⏱️ 3 min
- 3
Carefully transfer the hot chocolate mixture to a blender. Blend on high speed until completely smooth and creamy. Be cautious when blending hot liquids; ensure the blender lid is securely fastened and start on a low speed, gradually increasing to high. Blend for about 1-2 minutes to achieve a silky texture.
⏱️ 2 min
- 4
Pour the warm spiced banana chocolate drink into individual mugs. Garnish with a dollop of whipped cream, a sprinkle of chocolate shavings, and a cinnamon stick, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
⏱️ 1 min
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Warm Spiced Banana Chocolate Drink
Ingredients
- 4 cups milk, whole or 2%
- 2 Abuelita hot chocolate tablets, or 4 ounces of your favorite Mexican hot chocolate
- 2 ripe bananas, peeled and sliced
- 4 scoops chocolate protein powder
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, or to taste
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 pinch of cayenne pepper, optional, for a subtle kick
For Garnish (Optional)
- 1 cup whipped cream
- 2 tablespoons chocolate shavings
- 4 cinnamon sticks
Instructions
- 1
In a medium saucepan, combine the milk and Abuelita hot chocolate tablets. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly with a whisk or a molinillo (if you have one), until the chocolate tablets are completely dissolved and the mixture is warm and frothy. This will take approximately 5-7 minutes.
⏱️ 7 min - 2
Once the chocolate is dissolved, add the sliced bananas, chocolate protein powder, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and the optional pinch of cayenne pepper to the saucepan. Continue to heat, stirring occasionally, for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the bananas to soften slightly.
⏱️ 3 min - 3
Carefully transfer the hot chocolate mixture to a blender. Blend on high speed until completely smooth and creamy. Be cautious when blending hot liquids; ensure the blender lid is securely fastened and start on a low speed, gradually increasing to high. Blend for about 1-2 minutes to achieve a silky texture.
⏱️ 2 min - 4
Pour the warm spiced banana chocolate drink into individual mugs. Garnish with a dollop of whipped cream, a sprinkle of chocolate shavings, and a cinnamon stick, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
⏱️ 1 min