Thick and Creamy Italian Hot Chocolate (Edit recipe)

Italian hot chocolate is a rich and decadent treat. Also known as Cioccolata Calda, this Italian style hot chocolate is served thick for the ultimate chocolate lovers dream!

2 minutes

8 minutes

Difficulty:

Intermediate

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This is our estimate based on online research.
Calories:	133
Fat:	4 g
Carbohydrates:	19 g
Protein:	4 g
Cholesterol:	12 g
Sodium:	196 mg
Fiber:	1 g
Sugars:	12 g
Calculated per serving.

by scarlatifamilykitchen

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Serves: 4

Ingredients

2 cups Whole Milk
2 Tbsp Granulated White Sugar
2 Tbsp Dutch Processed Cocoa Powder
.25 tsp Sea Salt
2 Tbsp Cornstarch
4 oz Dark Chocolate, 70-85%, chopped

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Process

Note, these instructions are written assuming the standard serving size, since you have modified the number of servings, these steps may need to be modified for best results

Heat the whole milk in saucepan over medium heat until bubbles start to form on the surface and steam starts to rise over the milk.
Take 2 Tablespoons of the warmed milk and reserve it in a small bowl off to the side.
To the warmed milk on the stovetope, sift in the sugar, cocoa powder and salt. Whisk until they are dissolved into the milk.
Whisk the cornstarch into the reserved milk in the bowl and then whisk it into the chocolate mixture.
Continue to whisk and cook for 1-2 minutes until the mixture starts to thicken, then remove from the heat.
Add the dark chocolate and continue to whisk until it is all melted and smooth.
Serve immediately in small cups with a spoon, with toppings, if desired.

Notes

Chocolate - Use a good dark chocolate between 70-85% cocoa solids for the best richness and balance. Dark chocolate with less than 70% cocoa solids will work, but will be less rich and more sweet flavor. Use milk chocolate for an even more mild, sweet version.
Milk - 2% or skim milk can be used but will make it thinner and less rich. Unsweetened dairy-free milk and dairy-free chocolate can be used to make the hot chocolate dairy-free.
Cornstarch - Substitute with potato starch, if needed.
Flavors - Stir in a teaspoon of vanilla extract, ½ teaspoon of almond or peppermint extract, or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
Toppings - Add whipped cream, chocolate shavings, a caramel drizzle, or mini marshmallows.