Horchata de chocolate
Horchata de chocolate is a creamy, refreshing Mexican beverage that blends the traditional rice-based horchata with rich cocoa, creating a sweet, cinnamon-spiced drink. Its core ingredients typically include rice, Mexican chocolate (or cocoa), cinnamon, sugar, and water or milk. This variation is a beloved twist on the classic horchata, popular throughout Mexico and in Mexican-American communities.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This drink is primarily high in carbohydrates from the rice and added sugar, with a moderate amount of fat if made with milk or from the chocolate. It provides a quick source of energy and some minerals like magnesium and iron from the cocoa, with a typical serving containing around 150-250 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 150 kcal |
| Protein | 3.5 g |
| Carbs | 28 g |
| Fat | 3 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |
| Sugar | 22 g |
| Sodium | 60 mg |
| Calcium | 120 mg |
| Iron | 1.5 mg |
| Magnesium | 45 mg |
| Phosphorus | 100 mg |
| Potassium | 250 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 IU |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.2 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it represents a creative fusion of two iconic Mexican flavors—the ancient, pre-Hispanic horchata base and the deeply historical love for chocolate. Nutritionally, the cocoa adds antioxidants and a more complex flavor profile than the standard sweet horchata, making it a comforting yet slightly more nutritious indulgence.
