Thick Hot Chocolate Recipe

Indulge in this rich and decadent Italian-style hot chocolate! Dark, thick, and intensely flavorful, this recipe is elevated with a hint of spicy cayenne pepper and warm cinnamon. Perfect for a cozy night in, topped with whipped cream for an extra touch of luxury. Makes four ½ cup servings.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 7 mins
Calories 186.6 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Thick Hot Chocolate

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How to Make Thick Hot Chocolate

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of half-and-half and 1 teaspoon of arrowroot powder until completely smooth.
  2. In a small saucepan, heat ½ cup of half-and-half over medium heat.
  3. Bring the half-and-half to a gentle simmer.
  4. Once simmering, whisk in 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar until dissolved.
  5. Gradually whisk in the arrowroot mixture until the hot chocolate thickens slightly (about 30-60 seconds).
  6. Remove from heat and immediately whisk in 4 ounces of bittersweet chocolate (finely chopped) until melted and smooth.
  7. Stir in ⅛ teaspoon of cayenne pepper and ¼ teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
  8. Pour into four mugs. Top each with a pinch of orange zest and a dollop of whipped cream (optional). Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

13g

Fat

46g

Carbs

3g