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Atole De Piña

A warm, comforting Mexican beverage made with pineapple juice and corn masa.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups pineapple juice
  • 1 cup milk or dairy-free alternative
  • 1/2 cup masa harina
  • 1/4 cup sugar adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Blender (optional for smoothness)
  • Strainer (optional)

Method
 

  1. Gather your ingredients.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the pineapple juice and milk.
  3. Place the saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally until it starts to simmer.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix the masa harina with a little warm water to create a smooth paste.
  5. Slowly whisk the masa paste into the simmering pineapple-milk mixture.
  6. Stir in the sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
  7. Continue cooking for about 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until the atole thickens.
  8. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

Notes

Serve warm, garnished with fresh pineapple or a sprinkle of cinnamon.