Ingredients
1⁄2 cup masa harina, not cornmeal
3 cups water
1 cup milk, 2% or whole
1⁄4 cup piloncillo, grated, or brown sugar, plus more if desired
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Preparation
In a medium saucepan combine masa harina, water, milk, piloncillo, and cinnamon. Whisk the mixture to combine. Bring it to a simmer over medium high heat, whisking often.
Reduce the heat to medium and simmer the mixture for 5 to 10 minutes, whisking often, until the desired consistency is reached.
Remove the atole from the heat and whisk in the vanilla.
Serve hot or warm with a pinch of cinnamon to garnish. Enjoy!
