italian hot chocolate with orange whipped cream

Grapeview, WA
Updated on Oct 25, 2016

The Italians have some of the most decadent ways with hot chocolate. They also love to combine orange flavor with any type of chocolate, a delicious match. The city of Florence and the Umbria region have some of the most delicious hot chocolate in the world. Don't be fooled by the institutional- looking machines that dispense it.

prep time 10 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Stove Top
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 3 cups whole milk
  • - zest from 1 orange
  • 1 cup whipped cream, for garmish

How To Make italian hot chocolate with orange whipped cream

  • Step 1
    In a double boiler over low heat, warm the chocolate and sugar until melted. Turn off the heat. Slowly whisk in the milk until fully combined.
  • Step 2
    Lightly fold the orange zest into the whipped cream.
  • Step 3
    Pour the hot chocolate into 4 mugs and top each with a dollop of whipped cream.
  • Step 4
    Serve at once.

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Culture: Italian
Category: Hot Drinks
Ingredient: Dairy
Method: Stove Top

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