italian hot chocolate

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Mikekey *
Seattle, WA

Potato starch adds substantial thickness without changing the flavor of the cocoa. You could use cornstarch but the texture will be a bit different.

(1 rating)
yield 2 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For italian hot chocolate

  • 1 Tbsp
    milk
  • 2 tsp
    potato starch
  • 1 c
    milk
  • 3 Tbsp
    cocoa powder, unsweetened
  • 1 Tbsp
    granulated sugar
  • 2
    strips orange peel, for garnish

How To Make italian hot chocolate

  • 1
    In a small dish, whisk together 1 tablespoon milk with potato starch. Set aside.
  • 2
    Combine cocoa powder and sugar in a small saucepan. Slowly whisk in remaining milk, set pan over low heat and bring mixture to a simmer.
  • 3
    Give the starch-milk mixture a quick stir and whisk into the saucepan. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, whisking continuously, until hot chocolate has thickened.
  • 4
    Divide between two small mugs and place a strip of orange zest on top of each.

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