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Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes until the piloncillo is fully dissolved and the water is infused with cinnamon.","group":"Base Preparation","title":"Combine water, cinnamon stick, and piloncillo","timerMinutes":10,"sourceTitle":"Base Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"In a separate bowl, whisk the masa harina with the milk until completely smooth and no lumps remain.","group":"Masa Slurry","title":"Whisk the masa harina","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Masa Slurry"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Slowly pour the masa and milk mixture into the saucepan with the water, whisking constantly to prevent clumping. Add the Mexican chocolate discs and a pinch of salt.","group":"Combining","title":"Slowly pour the masa and milk mixture","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Combining"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Continue to cook over medium-low heat, whisking frequently, for 10-15 minutes. The mixture should thicken significantly and the chocolate should be completely melted and frothy. Remove the cinnamon stick before serving.","group":"Final Cooking","title":"Continue to cook","timerMinutes":15,"sourceTitle":"Final Cooking"}],"notes":"Using a wooden 'molinillo' whisk will give you the most traditional frothy texture. If you can't find piloncillo, dark brown sugar is a good alternative.","cuisine":{"group":"Latin American","specific":["Mexican"]},"course":["drink"],"cookingMethod":["simmer"],"equipment":["saucepan","whisk","mixing bowl"],"diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free"],"allergens":["milk"],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":1,"unit":"liter","note":"Makes approximately 4 mugs"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"Can be made 1 day ahead and reheated gently on the stove. It will thicken as it cools, so you may need to add a splash of milk."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.","reheatingNotes":"Reheat on the stove over low heat while whisking to restore the texture."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fchampurrado_cb110afa7a%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=a5aebb30-f166-4d21-b935-3d52dc210a99","imageAlt":"Champurrado — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["chocolate","masa","traditional","warm drink","mexican beverage","piloncillo"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Champurrado","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T00:16:51.075Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T00:16:51.075Z","related":[{"id":"agua_de_jamaica_4ac91b34e3","slug":"agua-de-jamaica","title":"Agua de Jamaica","description":"A classic, refreshing, and vibrant Mexican hibiscus tea known for its tart, cranberry-like flavor and deep ruby color.","serves":6,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":10,"totalMinutes":30,"activeMinutes":10},"cuisine":{"group":"Latin American","specific":["Mexican"]},"course":["drink"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free","dairy_free","paleo"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fagua_de_jamaica_4ac91b34e3%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=c0c3f878-76cb-40d6-bb81-e9e1b89e63c8","imageAlt":"Agua de Jamaica — recipe cover","tags":["refreshing","hibiscus","mexican","iced tea","agua fresca","tart"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":4,"stepCount":5},{"id":"limonada_suica_029b80b4d5","slug":"brazilian-swiss-lemonade-limonada-suica","title":"Brazilian Swiss Lemonade (Limonada Suíça)","description":"A creamy, frothy, and refreshing Brazilian limeade made with whole limes and sweetened condensed milk. 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