Description
Indulge in the luxurious experience of Thick Italian Hot Chocolate, a heavenly blend of whole milk and bittersweet chocolate that promises to warm your heart on chilly nights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Pinch of salt
- Whipped cream, for topping
- Chocolate shavings or cocoa powder, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the whole milk in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat until warm.
- Whisk in cocoa powder and sugar until dissolved.
- Stir in chopped bittersweet chocolate until melted and smooth.
- Mix cornstarch with cold water to create a slurry; add it to the hot chocolate while whisking continuously until thickened (about 2–3 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
- Pour into mugs, top with whipped cream, and garnish as desired.
Notes
- This hot chocolate is customizable with your favorite toppings.
- Perfect for festive gatherings or cozy evenings at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Thick Italian Hot Chocolate, hot chocolate, winter drink, cozy beverage, chocolate drink