Cioccolata Calda fatta in Casa con Cacao Amaro, Zucchero e Amido Recipe
Cioccolata Calda is a rich and creamy Italian hot chocolate made with cocoa powder, sugar, cornstarch, and milk, cooked gently to a thick, velvety consistency that's perfect for warming up on a cold day.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 250 ml milk
- 25 g unsweetened cocoa powder
- 25 g sugar
- 25 g cornstarch (maizena or potato starch)
Instructions
- Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, combine the unsweetened cocoa powder, cornstarch, and sugar until you achieve a smooth and homogeneous mixture.
- Heat the milk: In a saucepan, gently warm the milk over medium-low heat until it's hot but not boiling.
- Add dry blend to milk: Gradually add the dry ingredients mixture to the warm milk while continuously whisking to prevent lumps from forming.
- Cook and thicken: Keep cooking on medium-low heat, stirring constantly with a whisk for about 10 minutes until the mixture thickens to a creamy, thick consistency.
- Serve immediately: When the hot chocolate reaches the desired thickness, pour it into cups and serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- Use full-fat milk for a richer and creamier hot chocolate.
- You can adjust sugar quantity according to your taste preference.
- Whisk constantly to avoid lumps and burning on the bottom of the pan.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon or vanilla extract for added flavor variations.
- This recipe serves 2 cups of thick hot chocolate.
