Spanish Thick Hot Chocolate
Indulge in the luxurious decadence of Spanish Thick Hot Chocolate, a beloved treat that’s as rich in flavor as it is in texture. This authentic recipe combines dark chocolate with creamy whole milk, a touch of granulated sugar, and a hint of unsweetened cocoa powder for an intense chocolate experience like no other. The secret lies in a cornstarch slurry, which lends the hot chocolate its signature velvety, pudding-like thickness, perfect for dipping churros or sipping slowly on a chilly evening. Ready in just 15 minutes, this two-serving delight is your ticket to the cafés of Spain, bringing warmth, indulgence, and tradition right to your kitchen. Luxurious, comforting, and irresistibly silky, this Spanish treat is sure to captivate chocolate lovers everywhere.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 ml Whole milk
- 100 g Dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher), finely chopped
- 2 tbsp Granulated sugar
- 1.5 tbsp Cornstarch
- 1 tbsp Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp Cold water
Instructions
In a small bowl, whisk the cornstarch and cold water together until fully dissolved and smooth. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, combine the milk, granulated sugar, and cocoa powder. Place the saucepan over medium heat and whisk continuously to combine the ingredients as the milk warms.
Once the milk is hot but not boiling, reduce the heat to low and stir in the finely chopped dark chocolate. Continue stirring until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
Slowly pour the cornstarch mixture into the saucepan, whisking continuously to avoid lumps.
Continue cooking the hot chocolate over low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens to your desired consistency. This should take about 2-3 minutes. Remember, traditional Spanish hot chocolate is notably thick and velvety.
Once thickened, remove the hot chocolate from the heat and pour it into serving cups or mugs.
Serve immediately. Enjoy as is, or pair with churros for a classic Spanish treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1066 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.9 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.5 g | 172% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 218 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 109.1 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.1 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 73.9 g | ||
| Protein | 25.8 g | 52% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.7 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 715 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 12.8 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 1571 mg | 33% | |
*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.
