Name: Mexican Atole (Cornmeal Drink) Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1⁄2 cup masa harina; 3 cups water; 1 cup milk; 1⁄4 cup piloncillo; 1 tsp cinnamon; 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

Mexican Atole (Cornmeal Drink) Recipe

Ewell Angelo Modified: November 12, 2023

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How To Make Mexican Atole (Cornmeal Drink)

Indulge yourself in this Mexican atole or cornmeal drink for a comforting sip. It mixes milk, cinnamon, and vanilla extract for a warming cup.

Prep: 5 mins

Cook: 20 mins

Total: 25 mins

Serves:

Ingredients

1⁄2 cup masa harina, not cornmeal
3 cups water
1 cup milk, 2% or whole
1⁄4 cup piloncillo, grated, or brown sugar, plus more if desired
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp pure vanilla extract

Instructions

In a medium saucepan combine masa harina, water, milk, piloncillo, and cinnamon. Whisk the mixture to combine. Bring it to a simmer over medium high heat, whisking often.
Reduce the heat to medium and simmer the mixture for 5 to 10 minutes, whisking often, until the desired consistency is reached.
Remove the atole from the heat and whisk in the vanilla.
Serve hot or warm with a pinch of cinnamon to garnish. Enjoy!

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