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The indulgent delight of a thick, rich hot chocolate can transport your taste buds straight to a cozy café in Italy. This decadent Italian-Style Thick Hot Chocolate recipe offers an exquisite experience, perfect for cold winter nights or any time you crave a sweet escape. With smooth dark chocolate, creamy milk, and a touch of sweetness, this recipe elevates traditional hot chocolate to a luxurious treat. Its velvety texture balanced by a hint of sea salt makes it not just a beverage but a warm embrace in a mug.
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Decadent Italian-Style Thick Hot Chocolate

This decadent Italian-style thick hot chocolate is rich, creamy, and perfect for chocolate lovers. It's a luxurious treat that warms you up on cold days.
Course Drink
Cuisine Italian
Keyword chocolate, dessert, drink, hot chocolate, Italian, thick
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 2
Calories 350kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 4 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 100 g dark chocolate
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • ¼ cup cold water
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • a pinch sea salt
  • whipped cream or marshmallows
  • grated chocolate or cocoa powder

Instructions

  • Combine cornstarch with ¼ cup of cold water in a small bowl to make a smooth slurry.
  • Heat whole milk in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
  • Whisk in cocoa powder and sugar until dissolved and smooth.
  • Add finely chopped dark chocolate and whisk until melted.
  • Gradually incorporate the cornstarch slurry, whisking continuously to avoid lumps.
  • Stir until the mixture bubbles and thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and a pinch of sea salt.
  • Pour into mugs and top with whipped cream or marshmallows.
  • Garnish with grated chocolate or cocoa powder before serving.

Notes

For a decorative touch, serve in clear glass mugs and consider adding a cinnamon stick.