Moka Pot Aztec Chocolate with Cherry Bark
A rich coffee treat with dark chocolate, warming spices, and wild cherry bark
March 3, 2025
Love Mexican hot chocolate? This Moka Pot Aztec Chocolate with Cherry Bark takes your favorite drink to new heights by combining rich coffee with traditional Mexican chocolate spices and a unique twist of wild cherry bark.
This recipe uses a dark roast coffee brewed in a Moka pot, mixed with spiced chocolate and a hint of wild cherry bark for an amazing depth of flavor. The combination of cayenne, cinnamon, and vanilla creates an authentic Aztec chocolate experience that's perfect for cozy evenings or special occasions.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Discover why this unique coffee creation will become your new favorite:
- Authentic Mexican flavors with a modern twist
- Perfect balance of chocolate, spice, and coffee
- Unique cherry bark adds complexity and smoothness
- Easy to customize the spice level to your taste
Moka Pot Aztec Chocolate with Cherry Bark
A rich coffee treat with dark chocolate, warming spices, and wild cherry bark
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Equipment
- Moka pot
- Coffee grinder
- Measuring spoons
- Small bowl
- Spoon for stirring
- Mugs
Ingredients
- 18g dark roast coffee, finely ground
- 2 tablespoons high-quality cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon wild cherry bark
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 cups water
- Optional: whipped cream for serving
Instructions
- Grind coffee beans to a fine consistency
- Fill the Moka pot's bottom chamber with hot water up to the valve
- Add ground coffee to the filter basket
- In a small bowl, mix cocoa powder, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper
- Add wild cherry bark to the spice mixture
- Brew coffee in the Moka pot according to manufacturer's instructions
- In two mugs, divide the spice mixture and brown sugar
- Pour hot coffee over the spice mixture and stir well
- Add vanilla extract and stir until well combined
- Top with whipped cream if desired and dust with extra cocoa powder
Pro Tips
- Use freshly ground dark roast coffee for the best flavor
- Toast your spices before adding them to enhance their aroma
- Start with less cayenne and adjust to taste
- Wild cherry bark can be found in specialty tea shops or online
Calories: 245kcal, Carbohydrates: 42g, Protein: 4g, Fat: 8g, Saturated Fat: 4g, Sodium: 15mg, Potassium: 201mg, Fiber: 5g, Sugar: 28g, Iron: 2mg, Calcium: 54mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT5M
Servings:
2 servings
Total Time:
PT15M
Prep. Time:
PT10M
