Atole de Coco

Hot Coconut Masa Drink

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Preparation info
  • Makes

    8 cups

    • Difficulty

      Easy

Appears in
Oaxaca: Home Cooking from the Heart of Mexico

By Bricia Lopez and Javier Cabral

Published 2019

  • About

Oaxaca transforms into a festive oasis during the holidays. The streets are decked with bright, multicolored lights. The zocalo, an open public space in the center of town, becomes the place to be and people-watch. During this season, you’ll also find many street vendors offering freshly piped churros, sizzling hotcakes, tamales, and, of course, atole. Nothing beats slowly sipping on a warm cup of this silky corn drink while strolling down the zocalo with your loved ones. On c