30-Minute Chocolate Chili Recipe with Coffee and Black Beans
With a hint of cocoa powder, espresso, and honey, this unique Chocolate Chili recipe is rich and complex-flavored without being overly heavy. It comes together in 1 pot in just 30 minutes!
Heat the oil in a 5-quart pot over high heat. Once hot, add the beef, onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Cover the pot and cook until the meat is browned, about 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the crushed tomatoes, water, espresso powder, honey, cocoa powder, chili powder, oregano, coarse salt, smoked salt, black pepper, and bay leaf. Cover the pot and bring it up to a boil, then turn the heat down so it doesn't boil over, and simmer for 10 minutes. Stir in the beans during the last 3 minutes of cooking.
Serve topped with any garnishes you like.
Notes
Nutrition Information: The nutritional information for this recipe was calculated without the optional topping ideas.
Hickory Smoked Sea Salt: If you can’t find this, substitute ¼ teaspoon smoked sweet paprika and add an additional ¼ teaspoon coarse salt.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Freezer-Friendly: This meal freezes really well! Freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months.