This rich and decadent version of hot chocolate has a silky texture and hint of spice from the garnish of cayenne pepper.
Ingredients
- ounces dark chocolate (70% cacao), broken or: 4 piece (cut into 1/2 inch pieces)
- 1/4 cups whole milk: 2 piece
- white sugar: 2 tsp (to taste)
- pinch of salt: 1 piece
- cornstarch: 0.5 tsp
- cayenne pepper to garnish top:
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Stages of cooking
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Break up chocolate into small pieces and set aside.
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Add milk, sugar, salt, and cornstarch to a saucepan, and whisk thoroughly.
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Place over medium to medium-high heat, and cook stirring until the milk just starts to simmer.
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Remove milk from heat, and quickly whisk in chocolate until completely melted and emulsified.
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Chef John Serve immediately in hot cups, garnished with a pinch of cayenne on top if desired.
