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  1. In a food processor, add the peanuts and pulse several times until you get a powdered crumbly texture. *do not just blend, it's important to pulse to avoid making peanut butter*. (If using almonds, simply add in 2 1/2 tablespoons avocado oil & optional vanilla and cinnamon) . You know it's ready when you can grab a small amount and press between your fingers and it sticks together.
  2. Transfer to a bowl then using a fine mesh strainer, add in powdered sugar and dust the peanuts (or almonds) with the sugar. Using your hands, Combine.
  3. Grab about 2 tablespoons of the mixture then on a clean counter, use the palm of your hand to flatten into a 1/2 inch thickness, using a 2 inch circle cookie cutter, press into the mixture and remove the excess mixture and add it back to the remaining mazapan mixture.
  4. Place the mazapan on a piece of wax paper and repeat with remaining mixture.
  5. To a microwafe safe bowl, add the Hu chocolate chips. Add to microwave and heat for 30 seconds, mix, then heat again for 15 seconds, mix then repeat until the chocolate is perfectly melted.
  6. Gently lift a mazapan and dunk half (or full, do youuuu) into the melted chocolate then careful place back onto wax paper. While chocolate is still melty top with peanuts, salt or a piece of Hu chocolate bar.

  • Blender or food processor

For the recipe toppings:

  • 1 bag @hukitchen no sugar added chocolate chips
  • Handful of peanuts
  • Flakey sea salt
  • Favorite @hukitchen chocolate bar, I love the almond butter and cashew butter bar!

For the Peanut Mazapan:

Makes 6

  • 1 cup roasted (unsalted) peanuts
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • Pinch of salt (only if the peanuts are unsalted, if they're salted you wont need to add more salt)

For the Almond Vanilla Cinnamon Mazapan:

Makes 6

  • 1 cup roasted (unsalted) almonds
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
  • A couple dashes ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt (only if the almonds are unsalted, if they're salted you wont need to add more salt)

Homemade Mazapanes Covered in Chocolate are a decadent twist on the classic Mexican candy, transforming traditional flavors into an indulgent vegan treat. These mazapanes are made from roasted peanuts or almonds, finely pulsed and mixed with powdered sugar to create a crumbly, melt-in-your-mouth texture. The addition of vanilla bean paste and a hint of cinnamon elevates the almond version, adding a warm and aromatic flavor to this delightful confection.

Once shaped into perfect rounds, each mazapan is dipped in rich, no-sugar-added chocolate and topped with flakey sea salt, peanuts, or pieces of your favorite Hu Kitchen chocolate bar. This combination of sweet, salty, and nutty flavors makes these chocolate-covered mazapanes an irresistible treat, perfect for enjoying with friends or as a special indulgence for yourself. Whether you’re looking to celebrate a special occasion or simply satisfy your sweet tooth, these vegan mazapanes are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that’s sure to impress.

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Homemade Mazapanes Covered in Chocolate

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  1. Cook orzo pasta according to package directions.
  2. Meanwhile, in a small pan over medium heat add 2 tablespoons oil then once hot add in onion, whole garlic and whole Serrano. Pan fry ingredients for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden... the garlic will be ready first, remove from pan and place in blender to avoid it from burning.
  3. Once the onion and Serrano pepper is ready, add to blender, then add in the lime juice, tahini, cilantro, cold water, generous pinch of salt and blend on high until smooth.
  4. Once the orzo pasta is cooked, drain then add to a large bowl and pour over dressing. Mix then place in fridge to chill for about an hour.
  5. Once ready to serve add protein of choice, capers and cheese to your liking. Mix before enjoying!
  6. This makes for great leftovers throughout the week!
  • Blender or food processor
  • Medium sized pan
  • 1lb orzo pasta
  • 1/4 cup capers
  • Protein of choice, Ilove @daringfoods
  • Vegan feta, I like the Trader Joe's brand

For the dressing

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 yellow onion
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 Serrano (for less spice jalapeño & for no spice leave it out)
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons cold water
  • 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • Handful of cilantro, with stems
  • Pinch of salt

This Creamy Cilantro Lime Pasta Salad makes the perfect daytime lunch or dinner to share!

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Creamy Cilantro Lime Pasta Salad

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  1. To a motor and pestle add fresh turmeric and ginger. Mash into small pieces. * you can also cut or grate the turmeric and ginger *
  2. In pot over medium heat add in the ginger and turmeric. Cover with 2 cups of water then bring to a boil.
  3. Mash the whole spices in a motor and pestle; 8 whole peppercorns, 6 whole cloves, 6 cardamom pods, 1 cinnamon stick.
  4. Once boiling, boil for 5 minutes add the spices and 2 cups milk warm milk (I used 1 cup coconut , 1 cup oat milk). Bring to a simmer then once simmering turn off heat, add coconut sugar, vanilla bean paste, pinch of salt, mix and let sit for 5 minutes.
  5. (Optional) I like to use a molinillo to make it frothy!
  6. Place a fine mesh strainer over a cup then pour it through. *You can remove the bigger pieces of ginger and turmeric prior, to make pouring into glass easier *
  7. Enjoy hot or iced
  • Motor & pestle
  • Medium pot

Serves 2

  • 1 inch piece ginger 
  • 2 inch piece turmeric 
  • 2 cup water
  • 8 whole peppercorns 
  • 6 whole cloves 
  • 6 cardamom pods 
  • 1 cinnamon stick 
  • 1 1/2 cup coconut milk (I used from a can)
  • 1 1/2 cup oat milk 
  • 3 tablespoons coconut sugar 
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla bean paste 
  • Pinch of salt 

This Spiced Turmeric Latte is a traditional Indian drink called haldi doodh. It soothes the soul!

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Spiced Turmeric Latte

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  1. Place Cashews in a bowl then cover with hot water and let soak for 10 minutes or overnight.
  2. In a pan over medium heat add a couple tablespoons oil. Once hot add onion and garlic. Sauté for 2-4 minutes or until everything is golden. Add the onion and garlic to the blender.
  3. Drain the water from the cashews then add cashews to the blender along with half the tofu (about 8 ounces), lemon juice, non dairy milk, olive oil, salt, garlic powder & optional nutritional yeast. Blend until smooth.
  4. Add the other half of the tofu to a bowl and using your hands, crumble the tofu. Add the blended mixture to the crumbled tofu and using a spoon mix to combine.
  5. Wrap a stack of corn tortillas in a lightly damp paper towel and heat in microwave for 20 seconds. Option to heat the tortillas on a comal or pan. The heating of the tortillas is important so they don't tare when rolling.
  6. To one end of each tortilla add a spoonful of tofu cashew cheese and roll.
  7. Continue until you use up all the tortillas and cheese.
  8. To a deep pan over medium heat, add about 1/4 cup high heat oil or enough oil to evenly coat the bottom of the pan.
  9. Once hot, place the taquitos in the pan seam side down. Pan fry for 2 or so minutes on each side or until golden.
  10. Enjoy your taquitos with salsa, lettuce, onion, cilantro and enjoy!
  • Blender or food processor
  • Large pan

For the tofu cheese

  • 1 cup raw cashews 
  • 1/4 white onion, roughly chopped
  • 1 large garlic clove, peeled 
  • 16 ounces silken tofu, divided & received from the liquid
  • 1 tbsp lemon or lime Juice
  • 1 tablespoon non dairy milk 
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil 
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt 
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 
  • 2 tablespoon nutritional yeast (optional)

Other ingredients

  • 16-20 corn tortillas 
  • 1/4 cup high heat oil for pan frying (I like @chosenfoods avocado oil) 
  • Salsa of choice
  • Lettuce, thinly sliced or shredded 
  • Small handful of Cilantro, chopped 
  • 1/4 white onion, diced small 
  • Crumbly cheese, (I like Trader Joe's feta because it's like queso fresco) 

These Tofu Cashew Cheese Taquitos are the perfect easy lunch or dinner! So delicious!

Mexican Sides & Mains
Gluten-Free

Tofu Cashew Cheese Taquitos

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  1. In a blender, combine roma tomatoes, onion, garlic, chipotle peppers and 1 cup of vegetable broth. Blend on high for 1 minute.
  2. In a large pot over medium heat, add oil then pasta and continuously move around for 1-2 minutes or until pasta is golden.
  3. Add in the blended tomato sauce and mix to combine, continuously moving it around for 5-6 minutes or until sauce slightly thickens then add in 6 cups of vegetable broth. Mix to combine.
  4. Lower heat and let everything come to a gentle simmer for 5 minutes or until pasta is fully cooked. Add a generous pinch of salt then mix again. Taste and add more salt if needed. Lower heat to the lowest and let simmer for 20 minutes or so just to let the flavors develop more. 
  5. For the crema, simply combine everything in a blender and blend on high until smooth. If needed add a few more splashes of non dairy milk. Taste and add more salt if needed.
  6. Serve sopita with a dollop of crema, fresh cilantro & a generous squeeze of lime!
  • Blender or food processor
  • Large pot
  • 5 small ripe roma tomatoes, cut in half
  • 1/2 small yellow or white onion, peeled cut in two pieces
  • 4 garlic cloves, peeled
  • 3 chipotle peppers in adobo (from a can) * you can add more but they're pretty spicy!*
  • 7 cups vegetable broth, divided
  • 3 tablespoons oil
  • 7 ounces pasta shape of choice, I used mini conchitas
  • Salt to taste
  • Limes to serve
  • Cilantro to serve

For the tofu cashew cream:

  • 1 cup cashews
  • 6 ounces silken tofu 
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 
  • 1/2 cup non dairy milk, I used soy milk
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • Generous Pinch of salt 

This Spicy Sopa de Fideo is so hearty and so cozy. Reminds me of my childhood!

Mexican Sides & Mains
Soup

Spicy Sopa de Fideo

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  1. In large pot, add 2 cups water then add the cinnamon stick and bring to a boil... takes about 5-6 mins. Add in 2 cups non dairy milk of choice and bring to a boil again. Should take 5 minutes.
  2. Place rice in a fine mesh strainer and rinse under water for 30 seconds.
  3. Add rice to the pot then cover, lower heat to medium low and cook for 17-20 mins or until rice is cooked.
  4. Once rice is cooked add in 2 additional cups of non dairy milk, sweetened condensed milk, dark chocolate, tablet of Mexican chocolate, vanilla bean paste & sugar... mix to combine until chocolate is melted. 
  5. Lower heat to lowest then add a good pinch of salt, mix again. Keep over low heat for 5 minutes then taste and add more sugar if desired. Turn off heat. 
  6. Enjoy hot or cold! Store in Tupperware and keep in fridge for up to 5-6 days!
  7. For the whipped cream topping simply place ingredients in a cup or small bowl and using a hand blender or frother, froth on high until whipped cream is formed!
  • Large pot

Serves 8

  • 2 cups water, divided 
  • 2 cinnamon stick 
  • 1 cup white rice, long grain
  • 4 cup oat, soy or almond milk 
  • 1 (11 ounce) can sweetened condensed coconut milk, I used the brand Natures charm
  • 3.5 ounce dark chocolate bar, chopped 
  • 1 tablet Mexican chocolate, I use Ibarra brand 
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste 
  • 1/2 cup coconut sugar or cane sugar 
  • Big Pinch of sea salt

For whipped topping (optional)

  • 1/2 cup vegan whipping cream, I use Trader Joe's brand
  • 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup 
  • Small pinch of sea salt 

This Arroz Con Leche de Chocolate is the chocolate rice pudding of your dreams! It's so cozy and so delicious.

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Nut-free
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Arroz Con Leche de Chocolate

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  1. If using spices add to tea bag or thin cloth, tie the bag or cloth and add to a pot. Then add water, cinnamon stick, piloncillo. Heat over medium high and Bring to a simmer, will take 4-5 minutes. Remove the spices then add oats.
  2. Cook for 2-3 minutes then add in milk and a pinch of salt. Taste & add more sweetness and milk to your liking.
  • Medium pot

Serves 2-4

  • • 1 cup oats (I used ancient seed and grains oats from Trader Joe's)
  • 1 stick cinnamon
  • 2 cups water
  • 1/2 Piloncillo (or more to taste) a good sub is brown sugar
  • 3-4 cups oat milk or any milk of choice
  • Small pinch of salt •(Optional) additional spices : cardamom, whole cloves, whole fennel seeds, Star anise ; a small pinch of each

This Avena Mexicana Mexican (Spiced) Oatmeal is the perfect way to start your slow morning! Cozy, healthy and delicious. I have memories of my grandma sipping her oatmeal from a mug and here I am doing the same a few weeks postpartum with my first baby 🫶🥲 Oats are really great for postpartum healing and milk production so it's a perfect cozy food to incorporate, mama or not it's so yum!!

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Gluten-Free
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Soy-Free

Avena Mexicana Mexican (Spiced) Oatmeal

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  1. In a large pot add drained and rinsed hominy. Cut an 1/4 of an inch off the top of a whole garlic head to expose all the cloves of garlic then add to the pot. Followed by 2 bay leaves and 5 cups low-sodium vegetable broth. Cook over medium low heat for 25-35 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, to a large pan over medium low heat, add 3 tablespoons oil. Add the onion and pan fry for 4 minutes on each side then add in garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until everything is golden. Add in the guajillo and ancho chillies and cook for 15-20 seconds on each side, lightly charring the chilies. Turn heat off then transfer the chilies to a bowl and cover with 2 cups warm broth. Soak for 7 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, in a pan over medium heat add 2 tablespoons oil. Once hot add the pieces of lions mane or mushroom and pan fry, making sure to not overcrowd the pan (cook in batches if needed), and cook for 2-3 minutes undisturbed or until bottom side is golden then flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes. Lightly season with salt, then turn off heat. 
  4. Return back to the soaked chilies. Pour the chilies and the broth into a blender then add in the pan fried onion, garlic, whole black peppercorns, whole cloves and cumin. Blend on high for 1 minute or until smooth. At this time the hominy should have been boiling for around 30 minutes. Pour the salsa into the hominy, along with a good pinch of salt and stir to combine. Simmer everything on medium/low heat for 20-30 minutes. Taste and add salt to your liking. 
  5. Add in the crispy pan fried mushrooms and stir. 
  6. Serve the pozole with all the prepared toppings and a side of tostadas! 
  • Large pot
  • Large pan
  • Small bowl
  • Blender or food processor
  • 50 ounce can Mexican style hominy, drained and rinsed 
  • 1 head garlic
  • 2 bay leaves 
  • 5 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons oil, such as avocado oil
  • 1 lb lions mane or any mushroom, sliced or torn into 1 inch pieces 
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano 

For the red salsa for broth:

  • 3 tablespoons oil, such as avocado or olive oil
  • 1 medium white or yellow onion, chopped into 4 pieces 
  • 7 garlic cloves, peeled and kept whole
  • 5 Guajillo chiles , stems and seeds removed 
  • 2 ancho chilies, stems and seeds removed 
  • 2 cups warm low-sodium vegetable broth 
  • 12 small whole black peppercorns 
  • 4 whole cloves 
  • 1/4 tsp ground cumin 

For the toppings:

  • @guerrerotortillas tostadas
  • 5 Limes, cut into 1/4 wedges 
  • 1/2 yellow Onion, diced small
  • 1/3 green Cabbage, thinly sliced 
  • 1/2 bunch Cilantro, chopped 
  • 1/2 bunch radish, thinly sliced 
  • 1-2 Avocados, sliced 
  • 2 tbsp dried oregano 

This Vegan Pozole Rojo is straight from my grandma's heart. She's cozy, comforting, so special and just perfect!

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Gluten-Free
Nut-free
Soy-Free

Vegan Pozole Rojo

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  1. In a large bowl combine 1 cup rice, pepitas, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, cloves , salt and water. 
  2. Let soak over night or for at least 4-5 hours. 
  3. Add all the soaked ingredients to a blender along with fresh ginger and blend on high for 1-2 minutes. 
  4. Using a fine mesh strainer or nut milk bag, pour the liquid into a bowl or pitcher then once all of it is poured, place the the strainer or nut milk bag over the opening of the blender and pour back in, then repeat pouring back into the pitcher. Do this as many times as you need until the consistency of the horchata is smooth and not chalky then pour back into the pitcher. 
  5. Rinse the blender then add in non dairy milk, pumpkin, pure maple syrup And blend on high for 30 seconds. 
  6. Pour the mixture into the pitcher of horchata and add a generous amount of ice. Taste and add more sweetness to your liking. Store in fridge, sealed in a jar for up to 6 days.
  • Large bowl
  • Blender or food processor
  • Medium bowl

Makes 8 cups

  • 1 cup uncooked white rice
  • 1 cup shelled pepitas / pumpkin seeds
  • 1 large cinnamon stick, broken into a couple pieces 
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/8 tsp ground allspice
  • 6 whole cloves
  • 1/8 tsp salt 
  • 4 filtered cups water 
  • 1/2 inch piece fresh ginger, peeled 
  • 3 cups non dairy milk of choice (I like oat milk)
  • 1 cup 100% pumpkin purée
  • 1/2 cup pure maple syrup or agave or cane sugar 

This Pumpkin Spice Horchata is inspired by Mexican horchata mixed with the spices and flavor of fall. It's SO delicious!

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Soy-Free

Pumpkin Spice Horchata (Dairy Free)

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  1. In a large pan over medium heat add 2 tablespoons oil. Once hot add roma tomatoes and onion. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side or until both sides are charred. Add in the garlic to cook 1-2
  2. Add all the ingredients in the pan into a blender along with chipotle peppers, cashews and 1/4 cup broth and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth.
  3. In the same pan from earlier, heat over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons oil then add the Gardein Plant-Based Meatballs and cook for 2-3 minutes on each sided until plant-based meatballs are golden. Pour over sauce to coat the plant-based meal balls and cook on low heat for 10 minutes.
  4. After 5 minutes, the sauce should thicken and slightly simmer. Add in an additional 1/4 cup vegetable broth to the pan to loosen the sauce.
  5. After the 10 minutes, taste the sauce and add more salt to your liking.
  6. In a skillet or pan, add 1 tablespoon vegan butter and add a bolillo or bread cut side down and cook until the bread is golden. Should take about 1 minute.
  7. Remove the bread and add an additional 1 tbsp vegan butter and repeat with the remaining bread.
  8. Assemble your sandwiches by adding the plant-based meatballs along with desired amount of sauce, then top with cilantro and a sprinkle of cheese.
  • Large pan
  • Blender or food processor
  • Medium pan
  • 1 package Gardein Plant-Based Meatballs
  • Vegan cheese of choice ( I used vegan feta )
  • Cilantro for garnish
  • 3 bolillos or small baguettes of bread of choice, cut length wise
  • 3 tablespoons vegan butter
  • Creamy Chipotle Sauce:
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 3 Roma tomatoes (cut in half)
  • 1/2 small white onion, cut into two pieces
  • 3 garlic cloves, skin peeled
  • 1/4 cup chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (from a can)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted raw or roasted cashews
  • 1/2 cup low sodium vegetable broth, divided
  • Salt to taste 

This Vegan Chipotle Meatball Sandwich is so filling and satisfying! Not to mention the chipotle sauce flavor is mouthwateringly delicious.

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Vegan Chipotle Meatball Sandwich

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For the salsa

  1. To a medium - large cast iron or pan over medium heat add 1 tbsp oil. Add in all salsa ingredients except cilantro and salt. Cook for 7-10minutes or until ingredients are charred. You likely will have to remove the garlic after 3 minutes. 
  2. Add all charred ingredients to a blender followed by the cilantro and salt.

For the tacos

  1. If making homemade tortillas and you would like to press hoja santa into the masa. simply lightly press down on masa once then add one - a full hoja santa into the masa for the 2nd press . *I recommend removing the stem with kitchen scissors. Lightly cook all your homemade tortillas before filling them with beans. Skip step 2 and continue recipe with step 3.
  2. For store-bought tortillas, lightly heat tortillas either on a pan/ comal or in the microwave for a few seconds so they're pliable. Add beans to one side then add a piece of hoja santa on top then close.
  3. Fill all your tortillas with the beans (and a piece of hoja santa if using store-Bought tortillas).
  4. To a large pan over medium heat add a touch of oil then pan fry tacos for 1 minute on each side or until golden. 
  5. Serve with salsa and enjoy.

  • Medium/large pan
  • Blender or food processor
  • Refried beans (black or pinto)
  • Hoja santa 
  • Corn tortillas (homemade or store-bought)

For the creamy pepita salsa verde:

  • 1 tbsp neutral oil, such as avocado oil 
  • 12 tomatillos, husk removed
  • 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
  • 2 garlic cloves, skin removed 
  • 1/2 white onion, cut into two piece 
  • 2 jalapeños 
  • Handful cilantro 
  • Generous Pinch of salt

These Hoja Santa Bean Tacos are comfort food heaven. They're so simple to make and are so delicious!

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Hoja Santa Bean Tacos

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Serves 1

  1. In a pot combine cacao powder, cinnamon? water and milk. Heat over medium-low and Let it come to a simmer. Once simmering, turn off heat. Add salt and agave then mix and let cook for 10 minutes.
  2. Before pouring over ice, froth well! I use a traditional Mexican tool called molinillo!
  • Medium sized pot
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons cacao powder (I used @colibrihealing cacao)
  • 1 cinnamon stick (broken into pieces)
  • 1/2 cup filtered water
  • 1 cup non dairy milk of choice (I recommend oat milk)
  • Small pinch of salt 
  • 1 - 2 teaspoons agave or pure maple syrup 

This Chocolate Frio, or Mexican Iced Chocolate, is such a yummy treat. It's a delicious cacao drink that the indigenous people of Mesoamerican cultures use to make!

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Chocolate Frio - Mexican Iced Chocolate

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