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Thick Italian Hot Chocolate

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This Thick Italian Hot Chocolate is a rich, creamy, and indulgent drink made with real dark chocolate, cocoa, and milk. Thickened slightly with cornstarch, it's the perfect comforting treat, just like the classic cioccolata calda served in Italian cafés.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings

Ingredients

  • 3.5 ounces good-quality dark chocolate, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup + 1 tablespoon milk (2% or whole milk, divided)
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup of the milk and cornstarch until smooth. Set aside.
  2. Sift the cocoa powder into a medium bowl, add the sugar, and whisk together to combine. Set aside.
  3. In a small to medium saucepan, heat the remaining 3/4 cup + 1 tablespoon of milk over medium heat until it begins to boil.
  4. Reduce heat to low. Slowly whisk in the milk and cornstarch mixture.
  5. Gradually whisk in the cocoa and sugar mixture until smooth and fully incorporated.
  6. Add the chopped chocolate and whisk continuously for about 3 minutes, or until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is thick and creamy.
  7. Serve immediately in mugs. Enjoy warm and rich!

Notes

  • Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor and smoothest texture.
  • Adjust thickness by increasing or decreasing the cornstarch slightly to suit your preference.
  • This drink is best enjoyed immediately while hot and thick, like a dessert in a mug.
  • To make it extra indulgent, top with whipped cream or chocolate shavings.
  • Author: AVA
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 435
  • Sugar: 30g
  • Sodium: 63mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 13mg