
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.
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
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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.
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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.
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Serve hot or warm with a pinch of cinnamon to garnish. Enjoy!
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