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Pecan Mexican Hot Chocolate

Yield: 4 cups

About the Dish 

Rich homemade Mexican hot cocoa made with pecan butter, cinnamon and chili powder sure to warm you up. Served with pecan whipped cream and toasted pecan crumbs.

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Pecan Mexican Hot Chocolate

Ingredients

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3 Tbsp powdered sugar
  • 3½ cups whole milk
  • 2 Tbsp cocoa powder
  • ¼ cup bittersweet chocolate chips
  • 1 Tbsp smooth pecan butter
  • 3 Tbsp granulated sugar
  • ¾ tsp ground cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ tsp chili powder
  • ¼ tsp kosher salt
  • 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
  • ⅓ cup pecan pieces, toasted

Preparation

  1. To prepare whipped cream, combine pecans and heavy cream in a saucepan over low heat and lightly simmer 6–10 minutes without boiling. Strain and discard solids. Stir in powdered sugar and cool. Whip desired consistency before serving.
  2. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine milk, cocoa powder, chocolate chips, pecan butter, sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, chili powder, salt, and cayenne (if using). Cook, stirring occasionally, until smooth and slightly thickened, about 6–10 minutes.
  3. To serve, portion into mugs. Top each serving with whipped cream and toasted pecans. Serve immediately.
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Did you know?

With only 4g of carbs per serving, pecans fit into plant-based diets, a keto diet, a Mediterranean diet, and more!