Ciobar Thick Hot Chocolate
Indulge in the ultimate comfort with this Ciobar Thick Hot Chocolate recipe, a decadent winter warmer inspired by the rich, velvety drinks of Italian cafés. Made with whole milk, unsweetened cocoa powder, a touch of cornstarch for that signature creamy texture, and melted dark chocolate, this luxurious treat is a chocoholic’s dream. Ready in just 15 minutes, it delivers deep, bold flavors with minimal effort. Perfect for cozy nights, this hot chocolate reaches new heights when garnished with whipped cream or chocolate shavings. Whether you're relishing a quiet moment or serving guests, this thick hot chocolate is guaranteed to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 ml Whole milk
- 25 g Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 15 g Cornstarch
- 40 g Granulated sugar
- 50 g Dark chocolate (at least 70% cocoa), finely chopped
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine the cocoa powder, cornstarch, and sugar. Mix well to eliminate any lumps.
Pour 100 ml of the milk into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Whisk until smooth and free of clumps. This will form a slurry that avoids lumps in the hot chocolate.
In a medium saucepan, heat the remaining 400 ml of milk over medium heat until it begins to steam but not boil.
Slowly pour the cocoa slurry into the saucepan, whisking continuously to combine.
Lower the heat to medium-low and continue stirring as the mixture begins to thicken. This process will take about 5-7 minutes.
Once thickened to your desired consistency, add the chopped dark chocolate. Stir until it melts completely and is fully incorporated.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the hot chocolate rest for 1-2 minutes to further thicken.
Pour the thick hot chocolate into mugs and serve immediately. Optional: Garnish with whipped cream, a sprinkle of cocoa powder, or chocolate shavings.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
883 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.3 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.8 g | 119% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 207 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 116.0 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.6 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 77.3 g | ||
| Protein | 25.8 g | 52% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.7 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 701 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 10.0 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 1511 mg | 32% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
