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How To Make Thick Italian Hot Chocolate (5 minutes, 4 Ingredients)

This thick Italian hot chocolate is the best hot chocolate you’ll ever have, and you only need 4 ingredients and 5 minutes to make it! Delicious with churros or donuts dunked in!

Prep Time
2 mins
Cook Time
2 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 2
Calories: 604 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 7 ounces chocolate good quality (I like 70% dark), plus a little extra for sprinkling (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon sugar optional
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon corn starch cornflour (UK), mixed with a little milk

Instructions

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  1. Heat the milk and sugar together in a small saucepan and whisk, then break the chocolate into it.
  2. Continue to heat while you whisk until all the chocolate has melted into the milk.
  3. Add the constarch/cornflour mixture and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 to 4 minutes until the mixture has thickened a little (it should coat the whisk).
  4. Pour into cups and sprinkle with a little extra grated chocolate (if you like).

Notes

  • Serving tips: I don’t like cream, but go ahead and top your thick hot chocolate with whipped cream and marshmallows if you’re in the mood for a bigger treat than usual!
  • The hot chocolate might still seem quite thin when you pour it into your cups, but bear in mind it will thicken up more as it cools.
  • This would also make a delicious chocolate sauce for ice cream or cake.
  • Variations: Try adding a little peppermint or vanilla essence, or use flavored chocolate for a tasty twist on the regular recipe. Cinnamon, coffee, orange zest, or even a small pinch of chili powder can also work very well!
  • Storage: Pop the leftovers in the fridge to make a delicious thick chocolate pudding - just for you! Leftovers will keep well for 3 to 4 days covered well in the fridge. Simply reheat gently on the stove again, adding a drizzle more milk if it seems too thick.
  • Another amazing Italian chocolate treat: You just have to try this tenerina torta (Italian chocolate cake) as well! It's amazingly delicious with its crisp top and fudgy inside!

Nutrition Information

Calories 604kcal (30%) Carbohydrates 72g (24%) Protein 7g (14%) Fat 37g (57%) Saturated Fat 22g (110%) Cholesterol 12mg (4%) Sodium 68mg (3%) Potassium 448mg (13%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 63g (126%) Vitamin A 200IU (4%) Calcium 162mg (16%) Iron 2.7mg (15%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 604

% Daily Value*

Calories 604kcal 30%
Carbohydrates 72g 24%
Protein 7g 14%
Fat 37g 57%
Saturated Fat 22g 110%
Cholesterol 12mg 4%
Sodium 68mg 3%
Potassium 448mg 10%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 63g 126%
Vitamin A 200IU 4%
Calcium 162mg 16%
Iron 2.7mg 15%

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