Spicy Hot Cocoa

• 2 dried red chiles
• 6 tbsp (30 g) unsweetened cocoa powder

Open the chiles over a saucepan and release the seeds. Add the chile pods, cocoa powder, sugar, and water. Place over low heat and cook, stirring, until the mixture forms a smooth paste, 3–5 minutes.

Add the cinnamon stick and milk and stir until the paste is completely dissolved. Cook, stirring occasionally, until hot, about 5 minutes. Do not allow the milk to boil. Strain the hot coco