Atole De Fresa Recipes

MEXICAN-STYLE ATOLE

Steps:

• In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups water with the piloncillo, cinnamon and salt. Bring to a boil over high heat, stirring occasionally until the piloncillo is fully dissolved.
• While the mixture comes to a boil, whisk together the milk and masa harina in a large measuring cup.
• Once the water is boiling, reduce heat to medium. Add the milk mixture gradually, whisking continually to ensure the masa doesn't clump or sink to the bottom. Cook the atole, whisking constantly, until it is thick enough to evenly coat the back of a wooden spoon, about 5 minutes.
• Remove from heat and discard cinnamon stick. Serve while hot, and dust with ground cinnamon as a garnish, if desired.

ATOLE DE FRESA

Steps:

• Combine the milk, sugar (or piloncillo) and salt in a small pot and over medium-low. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the sugar or piloncillo has fully dissolved.
• Add the masa harina to a medium bowl and add the hot water, 1 cup at a time, whisking to combine until smooth with no lumps.
• If using fresh strawberries, add 1 to 2 cups of the milk mixture to a blender with the strawberries and blend until smooth. Set aside.
• Whisk the masa mixture into the pot with milk and allow it to come to a simmer on medium-low, while whisking to avoid lumps. Once simmering, cook for 2 to 3 minutes and turn off the heat.
• Whisk in the strawberry powder (or purée) and beet powder, if using, until fully combined. Taste for sweetness and adjust as necessary. It will continue to thicken as it cools. Serve immediately. (Reheat in a pot over low heat or in a microwave, adding a splash of milk to loosen, if necessary. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.)