Full Cream milk - (840 mL)
Heavy whipping cream - 60mL
Pure Cane sugar - 50gms
Unsweetened cocoa powder - 100gms
Dark chocolate (60-70%) - 454gms chopped
Vanilla extract - 1 tsp
In a medium saucepan, combine the milk, sugar, cocoa powder, and salt. Heat over medium heat, whisking frequently until smooth and warm, but do not let it boil.
Add the chopped dark chocolate to the hot milk mixture. Stir until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Serve hot, topped with whipped cream or your favorite toppings like marshmallows or chocolate shavings
Thick Italian Hot Chocolate
Ingredients: Use 3.5 ounces of chopped dark chocolate, 2 tablespoons of sugar, 2.5 tablespoons of cocoa powder, 1 cup + 1 tablespoon of milk, and 1 teaspoon of cornstarch.
Instructions: Whisk the cornstarch with a bit of milk, heat the remaining milk, and add the cornstarch mixture and cocoa. Stir in the chocolate until thickened.
Spiced Hot Chocolate
Additions: Include a pinch of cinnamon or a dash of chili powder for a warm kick.
