Description
Indulge in a rich and creamy Italian-style hot chocolate, a decadent treat perfect for any time of day. This recipe delivers a thick, luxurious drinking chocolate.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together the cocoa powder, sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
- Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a gentle boil. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour into mugs and serve immediately.
Notes
- For an extra rich hot chocolate, use dark chocolate shavings instead of or in addition to cocoa powder.
- Adjust sugar to your taste.
- Serve with whipped cream or marshmallows for added indulgence.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: hot chocolate, Italian hot chocolate, thick hot chocolate, creamy hot chocolate, chocolate drink