Brazilian recipe
Creamy Brazilian Hot Chocolate (Chocolate Quente)
This indulgent, creamy Brazilian hot chocolate is the ultimate comfort drink—perfect for a chilly day and incredibly quick to whip up.
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Ingredients
1 litre skimmed milk
1 can sweetened condensed milk
4 tablespoons cocoa powder
2 tablespoons cornstarch
Ground cinnamon for sprinkling
1 can sweetened condensed milk
4 tablespoons cocoa powder
2 tablespoons cornstarch
Ground cinnamon for sprinkling
Where to find ingredients
You can find all these staples at any major Kenyan supermarket chain. Skimmed milk and condensed milk are readily available in the dairy or baking aisles. Cocoa powder is easy to find in the baking section; just make sure to choose a good quality unsweetened version for the best flavour. Cornstarch is often labelled as 'cornflour' in local shops—look for it near the baking supplies or maize flour sections. Ground cinnamon is available in any spice aisle or local market stall.
Preparation method
- Pour all the ingredients into your blender, except for the ground cinnamon
- Blitz well until the mixture is completely smooth and well-combined
- Pour the liquid into a heavy-bottomed saucepan
- Cook over medium heat, keeping a close eye on it
- Stir constantly until the mixture comes to a boil and reaches your desired creamy thickness
- Pour into mugs while piping hot
- Finish by dusting a bit of ground cinnamon on top
- If you want to go the extra mile, feel free to top it with a dollop of whipped cream
Observations
Looking for something warm and comforting? This classic recipe is a favourite for those chilly Nairobi evenings. The secret to its velvety, smooth texture is using a little cornstarch, which gives it that signature thickness everyone loves.
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