Cioccolata Calda (Thick Italian Hot Chocolate)
So thick the spoon stands up in it. Served in small cups with a spoonful of cream, it is half drink, half pudding.
- Time15 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £0.65 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Whisk 100 ml of the cold milk with the cocoa, cornflour, sugar and salt in a pan until there are no lumps.
- 2
Whisk in the rest of the milk and set over a medium heat.
- 3
Stir constantly for 5 to 6 minutes until the mixture thickens and starts to bubble, then cook for 1 more minute.
6 min - 4
Take off the heat, add the chopped chocolate and stir until melted and glossy.
- 5
Whip the cream lightly to soft, floppy peaks.
- 6
Pour into small cups and top with a spoonful of cream. Serve hot with a spoon.
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.
