Top 5: Coffee and Chocolate

As is customary, the months of August and September bring heavy rains in Mexico. The rain is incessant, and suddenly a hot chocolate or a delicious coffee becomes irresistible to make the most of this gray weather. To avoid the usual recipes, we present our top 5: coffee and chocolate, original preparations that will help you get through the rainy season. Hot White Chocolate Do you like hot chocolate? This even sweeter and slightly thicker version is perfect for cold days. Some people prefer white chocolate for its silky texture and because it lacks the bitterness of dark cocoa. The recipe is simple and takes less than 20 minutes to prepare. See the recipe here.       Café Emperatriz If you and your family love coffee, this unique recipe will delight you. It is quite similar to an American coffee but has a couple of secret ingredients (coffee liqueur and cinnamon) that give it a complex and luxurious flavor. It's ideal for elegant dinners or, of course, romantic moments. See the recipe here.       Mexican Hot Chocolate There is a big difference between traditional American chocolate and Mexican chocolate. This recipe pays tribute to the flavor of Aztec cocoa and is also perfect for people who suffer from diabetes as it is sweetened with Splenda. The pepper and orange peel give it a delicious rustic touch. See the recipe here.     Coffee and Mocha Cream Cupcake Sometimes plain coffee is not enough, and we need something more substantial to enjoy those days stuck at home. This recipe combines the best of both worlds, using the bitterness of coffee and the sweetness of cocoa. We recommend pairing it with a classic American coffee. See the recipe here.     Chocolate Fondue There’s nothing better for a cold day than a delicious chocolate fondue. It’s very easy to prepare, and you can pair it with whatever you crave: marshmallows, fruit, cookies. The best part is that you don’t need the typical fondue utensils; a simple double boiler is more than enough to make it at home. See the recipe here.