Ingredients

  • 5 cups water
  • 3 ounces piloncillo, coarsely chopped, or 1/3 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 cup fresh masa, or 1 cup masa harina mixed with 1/2 cup hot water
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh blackberries
  • 2 1/2 cups water
  • 2 1/2 cups whole milk
  • 3/4 to 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup fresh masa, or 1 cup masa harina mixed with 1/2 cup hot water
  • 2 pints fresh strawberries

Method

  • In a saucepot over high heat, bring the water to a boil with the piloncillo and sugar until they are dissolved.
  • Add the masa and whisk so it dissolves and doesnt form any lumps.
  • Let thicken.
  • Puree the blackberries in a food processor, add to the mixture, and cook for a couple of minutes; do not boil too long or the drink will lose color and that fresh blackberry flavor.
  • Enjoy it while its warm.
  • If you have any left over it will thicken quite a bit; you can store it in the refrigerator and simply add a bit of water to the mixture when you reheat it.
  • Prepare as with the blackberry atole, combining the water, milk, and sugar (the quantity will depend on how sweet your strawberries are).
  • Add the masa as directed.
  • Puree the strawberries and combine in the same manner.
  • Serve warm.