Description
Indulge in the rich and velvety goodness of this Thick Italian Hot Chocolate. Made with dark chocolate and a hint of sweetness, it’s a luxurious treat perfect for cozy evenings.
Ingredients
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For the Hot Chocolate:
- 3.5 ounces Dark Chocolate (good quality), chopped into small pieces
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 1/2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa
- 1 cup + 1 tablespoon milk (2% or whole milk), divided
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Prepare Cornstarch Mixture: In a small bowl, whisk 1/4 cup of milk with cornstarch until smooth. Set aside.
- Combine Cocoa and Sugar: Sift cocoa into a medium bowl, add sugar, and whisk together. Set aside.
- Heat Milk: In a small/medium pot, heat 3/4 cup + 1 tablespoon of milk until boiling. Reduce heat to low.
- Mix Ingredients: While whisking, add the milk/cornstarch mixture, then slowly incorporate the cocoa mixture until smooth. Add chopped chocolate and whisk for about 3 minutes.
- Serve: Pour into cups and enjoy your rich Italian hot chocolate!
Notes
- Be sure to watch the video at the top of the post for visual guidance.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 435 kcal
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 63mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 13mg
