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Best Italian Hot Chocolate

Here's how to make the BEST Italian hot chocolate at home! This thick hot chocolate is ready in 10 minutes with just 5 ingredients!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 2
Calories: 565 kcal
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 5 teaspoon high-quality organic cocoa powder (20 g)
  • 4 teaspoon cornstarch (20 g)
  • 4 teaspoon sugar (25 g)
  • 500 ml milk, warmed (17.5 fl oz)
  • 120 g 70% dark chocolate, finely chopped (4 oz)
To serve:
  • 2 tablespoon fresh whipped cream (optional)

Instructions

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  1. Whisk the cornstarch, cocoa and sugar in a small saucepan.
  2. Pour the warm milk into the saucepan.
  3. Heat the mixture over medium-low heat, whisking often to avoid lumps.
  4. Bring the hot chocolate mixture almost to a light boil, then reduce the heat to low and fold in the chopped dark chocolate. 
  5. Whisk the hot chocolate until thick and creamy, adding more sugar if you like it sweeter.
  6. Divide the Italian hot chocolate among two cups, top with whipped cream and serve. 

Notes

  • How to store your leftover Italian  hot chocolate:
  • Fridge: Let it cool down completely, then pour it into an airtight container. It’ll stay good for about 3 days in the fridge.
  • Reheat: Reheat it on low heat on the stove or in the microwave. Stir it well to bring back its smooth, creamy texture.
  • Freezer: Want to save it for longer? Freeze hot chocolate in ice cube trays. Just pop a few cubes in a mug, add some milk, and warm it up for a quick treat.

Nutrition Information

Calories 565kcal (28%) Carbohydrates 53g (18%) Protein 13g (26%) Fat 34g (52%) Saturated Fat 20g (100%) Cholesterol 27mg (9%) Sodium 120mg (5%) Potassium 797mg (23%) Fiber 7g (28%) Sugar 35g (70%) Vitamin A 405IU (8%) Calcium 326mg (33%) Iron 7mg (39%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 565

% Daily Value*

Calories 565kcal 28%
Carbohydrates 53g 18%
Protein 13g 26%
Fat 34g 52%
Saturated Fat 20g 100%
Cholesterol 27mg 9%
Sodium 120mg 5%
Potassium 797mg 17%
Fiber 7g 28%
Sugar 35g 70%
Vitamin A 405IU 8%
Calcium 326mg 33%
Iron 7mg 39%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.