Italian Hot Cocoa

This is Italian hot chocolate, rich, creamy, and packed with real chocolate. It uses a blend of cocoa powder and dark chocolate paired with a cornstarch slurry to thicken it. Perfect for the fall and holiday season.

By @dowellcooks

Original recipe source

Cook time: 10 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 0 cornstarch
• 0 milk
• 0 milk
• 0 cocoa powder
• 0 dark chocolate

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, mix together the cornstarch with a small amount of milk to create a slurry.
2. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the remaining milk and cocoa powder.
3. Stir the mixture continuously until the cocoa powder is fully dissolved.
4. Add the dark chocolate to the saucepan and continue stirring until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth.
5. Pour the cornstarch slurry into the saucepan, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
6. Continue to cook the mixture, stirring constantly, until it thickens to your desired consistency.
7. Once thickened, remove the saucepan from the heat.
8. Pour the hot cocoa into mugs.
9. Serve immediately, optionally garnished with whipped cream or marshmallows.