Puerto Rican Chocolate Coquito Recipe
Indulge in the rich and creamy flavors of Puerto Rican Chocolate Coquito, a delightful variation of the traditional coquito drink infused with chocolate and warm spices. Perfect for holiday gatherings or any special occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes (plus chilling)
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Blended
- Cuisine: Puerto Rican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Eggnog Base:
- 1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
- 1 can (13.5 ounces) coconut milk
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 cup cream of coconut
- 1/2 cup chocolate syrup or melted semi-sweet chocolate chips (cooled)
- 1 cup white or dark rum (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Blend the Ingredients: In a blender, combine the evaporated milk, coconut milk, sweetened condensed milk, cream of coconut, chocolate syrup or melted chocolate, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Blend until smooth.
- Add the Rum: Incorporate the rum into the mixture and blend again.
- Adjust and Chill: Taste and adjust sweetness or rum level if needed. Pour into bottles, refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Serve: Shake well before serving cold in small glasses. Garnish with cinnamon stick or cocoa powder.
Notes
- For a non-alcoholic version, omit the rum.
- Use melted chocolate for a richer texture or chocolate syrup for a smoother finish.
- Store in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
