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Italian Hot Chocolate... Cioccolata calda

Glossy, spoonable Italian cioccolata calda. Final tested measurements used in our video.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Dessert, Drinks, Snack
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Cioccolata Calda, European Hot Chocolate, Hot Chocolate, Italian Hot Chocolate
Servings: 2

Ingredients

  • 500 mL Whole Milk
  • 120 g Dark Chocolate 60–70% finely chopped (about 3/4 cup if using chips)
  • 20 g Unsweetened Cocoa Powder about 1/4 cup
  • 20 g Cornstarch about 2 1/2 Tbsp
  • 20 g Sugar about 1 1/2 Tbsp
  • Pinch Salt

Instructions

  • In a saucepan off heat, whisk cocoa powder, starch, sugar, and a pinch of salt. Gradually whisk in cold milk to form a smooth mixture with no lumps.
  • Set over medium heat and cook, whisking constantly, until the mixture thickens and turns glossy.
  • Remove from heat and whisk in the finely chopped chocolate until completely melted and silky.
  • Adjust thickness with a splash of milk if needed. Serve in small cups, warm and spoonable.

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