Atole de Vainilla

Atole de Vainilla served in a white mug topped with ground cinnamon and a whole cinnamon stick.

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5 from 28 votes

Atole de Vainilla warms up your chill! Dive into this authentic Mexican drink perfect for the colder months.

Prep Time2

Cook Time13

Total Time15

Course: Drink

Cuisine: Mexican

Servings:

Calories: 351kcal

Author: Maggie Unzueta

Ingredients

4 tablespoon cornstarch
1 cup water for dissolving the cornstarch
4 cups milk
1 cinnamon stick
¾ cup sugar (add more, if so desired)
3 tablespoon vanilla extract
Ground Cinnamon for topping

Instructions

In a bowl, dissolve cornstarch with 1 cup water.
Set aside until ready to use.
In a pot, bring to a gentle simmer 3 cups milk and cinnamon stick.
Stir occasionally.
Immediately add the sugar and dissolved cornstarch mixture.
Let thicken for about 5 minutes.
Add the vanilla and IMMEDIATELY remove from heat.
Serve and top with ground cinnamon.

Notes

Storing and Reheating:

To store: Place any leftovers in an airtight container. Consume within 3 days. Freeze in a sealable bag, remove as much air as possible. Thaw and reheat.
To reheat: Place in a microwaveable cup and heat in 30 second intervals. Add ½ teaspoon of the vanilla, stir, and enjoy!

Using Masa Harina Instead of Cornstarch:

Omit cornstarch. Dissolve ½ cup masa harina with 1 cup water. Pour into the mixture. Please know that your drink will grainier in texture and with a mild masa harina flavor.

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