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    Chocolate de Agua (Non Dairy Cocoa)

    Chocolate de Agua (Cup of Non-Dairy Cocoa)

    En Español Recipe ↆ

    Chocolate de agua is a spiced, aromatic, comforting and easy-to-make drink, perfect for those cool mornings and evenings. Our popular dairy-free cocoa is perfect for those looking for a lighter morning drink, vegans and those who can't consume milk. It's love in a cup.

    Chocolate de Agua (Non-Dairy Cocoa)

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    1. Why we ❤️ it
    2. What cocoa to use
    3. Serving suggestions
    4. Top tip
    5. About our recipe
    6. Recipe

    Why we ❤️ it

    Like many of our dishes, I bet  Chocolate de Agua Recipe (Non-Dairy Cocoa) was invented as an inexpensive alternative to popular dishes. Because at one point or another, we've all been there, pulling off whole meals out of hat, even when the fridge looked, as Dominicans say, 'como el Teatro Agua y Luz' (like the Light and Water Theater).

    Or as my father wisely put it, "hunger is the best seasoning".

    And when it comes to stretching budgets nothing satisfies like a delicious cup of chocolate de agua dominicano; long ago a breakfast or dinner budget drink, now we drink it for comfort and for its delightful taste.

    What cocoa to use

    Dominicans will immediately know what brands of chocolate bars we use for this (Chocolate Embajador or Munne brands) "water chocolate" recipe, however, it won't be possible to find those abroad.

    I have experimented with unsweetened baking chocolate with a pretty good result, bear in mind that baking chocolate can be a bit overpowering so start with half the amount the recipe calls for. Try it and if it seems like it might need more chocolate, then add a second square.

    If you are using cocoa powder, use the unsweetened kind and follow the same instructions as in the paragraph above.

    Chocolate de Agua (Cup of Non-Dairy Cocoa)
    Dominican chocolate bars

    Non-dairy cocoa and chocolate

    Serving suggestions

    You can serve your Chocolate de agua with Pan de agua, or a delicious piece of Pan de maíz, either for dinner or breakfast.

    It also goes very well with a piece of sweet Arepa, or savory Arepa.

    Top tip

    Use the equivalent amount of your favorite sweetener instead of sugar for a low-carb, keto, diabetic-friendly, light version.

    About our recipe

    This is a very simple drink, with a small list of ingredients. The only difference you'll find between the way home cooks make this is the amount and variety of spices in it. This is really a foolproof recipe.

    And check these other Dominican hot drink recipes that you'll love too.

    Salud!

    Tia Clara

    Recipe

    Chocolate de Agua (Cup of Non-Dairy Cocoa)
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    Chocolate de Agua [+ Video] (Non Dairy Cocoa)

    By: Clara Gonzalez
    Chocolate de Agua Recipe (Non Dairy Cocoa): Spiced, aromatic, comforting, and light beverage, perfect for those cool mornings and nights. Love in a cup.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Cook Time 10 mins
    Total Time 10 mins
    Course Breakfast, Drinks
    Cuisine Dominican, Latino
    Servings 6 servings
    Calories 135 kcal

    Ingredients

    • 4 cinnamon sticks
    • 1 teaspoon clove powder
    • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg (freshly-grated)
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • 2 baking chocolate bars, or 2 cups of cocoa powder (unsweetened)
    • 1 cup sugar (white, granulated)

    Instructions
     

    • Combining ingredients
      In a large pot, combine 1 quart [1 liter] of water, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and salt.
    • Boiling chocolate
      Bring to a boil over medium heat and simmer until ⅓ of the liquid has evaporated. Add chocolate (or cocoa) and stir until the chocolate has dissolved.
      Add sugar to taste.
    • Serving cocoa
      Sieve to remove solids and serve hot; see serving suggestions above the recipe.

    Tips and Notes

    Dominicans will immediately know what brands of chocolate bars we use for this (Embajador or Munne brands) "water chocolate" recipe, however, it won't be possible to find those abroad.
    I have experimented with unsweetened baking chocolate with a pretty good result, bear in mind that baking chocolate can be a bit overpowering so start with half the amount the recipe calls for. Try it and if it seems like it might need more chocolate, then add a second square.
    If you are using cocoa powder, use the unsweetened kind and follow the same instructions as in the paragraph above.
    Use the equivalent amount of your favorite sweetener instead of sugar for a low-carb, keto, diabetic-friendly, light version.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 135kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 0gFat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 65mgPotassium: 10mgFiber: 1gSugar: 33gCalcium: 23mgIron: 0.2mg

    Nutritional information is calculated automatically based on ingredients listed. Please consult your doctor if you need precise nutritional information.

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    Published Mar 29, 2003, and last revised May 5, 2022

    Edited: May 5, 2022 | Publish: May 5, 2022

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    Eileen Z. Fuentes
    March 26, 2013 4:57 PM

    I smuggled some Dominican chocolate from my last trip and am very excited to try this recipe.

    I can also relate to making something out of (almost) nothing. It's a skill and a necessity that has served me well.

    Many many thanks!

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    Julissa Jumper
    July 15, 2012 6:32 PM

    Tia Clara, are those bars in your picture Embajador?

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    Jaquelin
    October 28, 2018 4:45 PM

    Me gusto mucho. Thanks!!5 stars

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