Mexican hot chocolate

• whole milk↗500ml ml
• cinnamon sticks↗2

  (use Mexican cinnamon sticks for a distinctly floral, sweeter taste), plus extra to serve

• dark cocoa powder↗2 tbsp tbsp

  (see tip, below)

• vanilla extract↗½ tsp tsp
• chilli powder↗¼ tsp tsp
• brown sugar↗2 tbsp tbsp

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Pour the milk into a medium saucepan, add the cinnamon sticks and stir frequently over a medium heat (don’t let it boil) until the milk is fragrant, about 5 mins.

2. 2

   Remove and discard the cinnamon sticks, then add the cocoa, vanilla, chilli powder and sugar. Remove from the heat and whisk until the mixture is smooth and frothy – this will only take a couple of minutes. Divide between two mugs and garnish with fresh cinnamon sticks.