Italian Hot Chocolate
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5
Italian Hot Chocolate
Description
This hot chocolate starts by heating milk with chopped dark chocolate, unsweetened cocoa powder, and caster sugar until fully melted and combined. Separately, corn starch is mixed with a small amount of milk to form a slurry, which is then stirred into the hot chocolate mixture to thicken it as it heats further. The final pinch of salt balances sweetness and intensifies the chocolate notes.
The resulting drink is thick and smooth, richer and denser than typical hot cocoa, making it a warming indulgence especially suited for colder days. Serving it hot in mugs allows the creamy texture and deep chocolate flavor to be enjoyed throughout drinking.
Ingredients
- 3.5 oz (100g) dark chocolate chopped; or chocolate chips
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder unsweetened
- 2 tbsp caster sugar
- 2 cups (500ml) milk + 2 tbsp
- 4 tsp corn starch
- 1 salt small pinch, smoked or regular
Instructions
- Add the milk to a saucepan and add the chopped chocolate, cocoa powder and sugar. Heat the mixture, stirring occasionally until all the chocolate and sugar has melted.
- Mix the corn starch with 2 tbsp of milk then add it to the chocolate milk. Stir the hot chocolate until thick and smooth, add a small pinch of salt and serve in mugs.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4- 6 people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 164 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 164kcal | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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