Ingredients
1 quart milk
2 three-inch cinnamon sticks
10 ounces Ibarra, or other Mexican chocolate, finely chopped
Whipped cream, for serving
Pinch of ground cinnamon, for serving
Preparation
Place milk and cinnamon sticks in a heavy medium saucepan. Bring just to a boil, reduce heat, and add chocolate. Let the mixture stand until chocolate melts, about 3 minutes. Whisk until combined. Serve Mexican hot chocolate immediately, topped with a dollop of whipped cream and a pinch of ground cinnamon.