Mayan Hot Chocolate
Mayan Hot Chocolate blends rich cocoa with warm cinnamon and a subtle cayenne kick for a comforting mug that’s both sweet and gently spicy. It’s a cozy sip with a silky texture and a lingering warmth that’s perfect for chilly evenings or a special treat after dinner. The balance of chocolate and spice makes it memorable without overpowering.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook2 mins
- Serves1
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Mayan Hot Chocolate, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 24 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0.12 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 93 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 43
- Heart Health
- 50
- Metabolic
- 15
- Digestive
- 26
- Inflammatory
- 40
- Performance
- 35
- General Wellness
- 1
Combine the hot chocolate mix, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper in a mug.
- 2
Pour the milk into a glass measuring cup; microwave on High until it starts to boil, about 2 minutes. Slowly pour it over the mixture in the mug, whisking with a small whisk as you pour. Enjoy right away.
- Calories 210.76 kcal Moderate 11%
- Protein 10.28 g Good Source 21%
- Carbohydrate 39.9 g 15%
- Total Fat 2.31 g Low Source 3%
- Saturated Fat 1.44 g Moderate 7%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 11.75 mg Low Source 4%
- Sodium 256.3 mg Moderate 11%
- Dietary Fiber 0.97 g Low Source 3%
- Total Sugars 36.87 g --
- Added Sugars 0.03 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 358.19 mg Good Source 28%
- Iron 1.67 mg Low Source 9%
- Potassium 407.79 mg Low Source 9%
- Vitamin A 155.96 mcg Moderate 17%
- Vitamin C 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 2.92 mcg Moderate 15%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Chocolate 🍫
About This Recipe
Mayan Hot Chocolate is made with 4 ingredients and serves 1. It takes about 7 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Cayenne Pepper, Ground Cinnamon, Hot Chocolate Mix, and Milk. Each serving provides about 210.76 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Mayan Hot Chocolate made of?
- The main ingredients are Cayenne Pepper, Ground Cinnamon, Hot Chocolate Mix, Milk. The full list of 4 is above.
- How long does it take to make Mayan Hot Chocolate?
- About 7 mins in total: 5 mins to prepare and 2 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 210.76 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Mayan Hot Chocolate easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 4 ingredients and 2 steps.
- Is Mayan Hot Chocolate healthy?
- Mayan Hot Chocolate has an easyChef Pro health score of 34/100. Per serving, it provides 210.76 calories and 10.28 g of protein, or 21% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of calcium. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 256.3 mg (11% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 1.44 g (7% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk and Chocolate, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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