Description
Indulge in a rich and decadent treat with this recipe for Thick Italian Hot Chocolate. Made with dark chocolate and a blend of cocoa and sugar, this velvety hot chocolate is a luxurious way to warm up on a chilly day.
Ingredients
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Dark Chocolate:
- 3.5 ounces Dark Chocolate (good quality) (chopped into small pieces)
Sugar:
- 2 tablespoons sugar
Cocoa Powder:
- 2 1/2 tablespoons cocoa unsweetened
Milk:
- 1 cup + 1 tablespoon milk (2% or whole milk/divided)
Cornstarch:
- 1 teaspoon corn starch
Instructions
- Prepare Cornstarch Mixture: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup milk and cornstarch until smooth. Set aside.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Sift the cocoa into a medium bowl, then add the sugar and whisk together. Set aside.
- Heat Milk: In a small/medium pot, heat 3/4 cups + 1 tablespoon milk until boiling. Reduce heat to low.
- Blend Ingredients: Start whisking and add the milk/cornstarch mixture. Slowly add the cocoa mixture while continually whisking until smooth. Add the chopped chocolate and whisk for approximately 3 minutes.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Be sure to watch the Video at the top of the post!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 435 kcal
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 63mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 13mg
