Italian Hot Chocolate

5 from 2 votes

Rich, creamy, and irresistibly decadent, Italian hot chocolate is a winter classic that feels like a warm hug in a cup. This thick and velvety treat is perfect for cozy evenings or when you need a luxurious pick-me-up.

Prep Time5

Cook Time5

Total Time10

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: Italian

Servings: serving

Calories: 309kcal

Author: Jessica Montanelli

Ingredients

½ cup + 1 tbsp Whole Milk
0.9 oz Dark Chocolate 70% grated, chopped, or chocolate chips
2 tablespoon Dutch Processed Cocoa Powder unsweetened
1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar
1 teaspoon Corn Starch

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Instructions

In a bowl, whisk the cocoa, sugar, and cornstarch to remove clumps. Add all the ingredients into a small saucepan.
Turn the heat to medium and bring the chocolate milk to a boil while whisking.
Turn the heat to low and simmer for a few minutes, while still whisking, until the chocolate turns into the desired thickness. The longer it simmers, the thicker it will be.
Turn off the heat and transfer the hot chocolate into a mug or cappuccino cup and serve immediately.

Notes

You can make the base with dark chocolate chips, cocoa, sugar, and cornstarch in large quantities (use the toggle in the recipe card to multiply it) and store it in a jar. It's a perfect edible gift for Christmas or a perfect treat on cold, snowy days.

For ½ cup + 1 tablespoon of milk, you'd use about 5 tablespoons of the cocoa mix.

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