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Top down view of three cups of Italian Hot Chocolate served with whipped cream.
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Italian Hot Chocolate (Cioccolato Caldo)
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
 

Try my Italian Hot Chocolate (Cioccolata Calda) with a velvety texture and luxurious taste—perfect for toasty nights or holiday gatherings!

Servings: 6 servings
Author: Gemma Stafford
Ingredients
  • 3 tablespoons Rodelle Organic Baking Cocoa
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/16 teaspoon salt
  • ⅔ cup (4 oz/115 g) bittersweet chocolate, chopped
  • 3 cups (24 fl oz/720 ml) whole milk
Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan whisk together the Rodelle Organic Baking Cocoa, sugar, cornstarch and salt.

  2. While whisking, slowly pour in the milk until combined and smooth. Lastly stir in the chopped chocolate.

  3. Heat the mixture on medium heat, stirring occasionally until all the chocolate and sugar has melted. Allow mix to simmer for 2 minutes to thicken and activate the cornflour.

  4. Divide the hot chocolate between mugs and enjoy with a dollop of cream and some grated chocolate on top. Store any leftover hot chocolate in the fridge for up to 2 days.