Italian Hot Chocolate (Cioccolato Caldo)

An ultra-rich dark chocolate treat that is the ultimate indulgence as the weather cools down.

By @themediterraneandish

Original recipe source

Cook time: 30 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 0 Dark chocolate (70-74%)
• 0 Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 0 Granulated sugar
• 0 Milk
• 0 Milk
• 0 Cornstarch
• 0 Kosher salt
• 0 Chocolate shavings

Instructions

1. In a saucepan, whisk together real dark chocolate, cocoa powder, sugar, and milk until smooth.
2. Continue to whisk the mixture over medium heat until it becomes smooth and well combined.
3. In a small bowl, make a slurry by mixing milk and cornstarch together.
4. Stir the milk-and-cornstarch slurry into the saucepan with the chocolate mixture.
5. Continue to stir the mixture until it thickens into a glossy, velvety drink.
6. Add a pinch of kosher salt to enhance the flavors.
7. Once the hot chocolate has reached the desired consistency, remove it from the heat.
8. Serve the hot chocolate in small espresso cups or teacups.
9. Optionally, garnish with chocolate shavings before serving.
10. Enjoy the hot chocolate with a crispy biscotti for dipping, if desired.