Teresa's Recipes
Cioccolato Espresso
Dive into the luxurious world of Italian desserts with our Cioccolato Espresso. This sumptuous treat features a rich symphony of dark chocolate and robust espresso, intermingled with the creamy sweetness of milk and sugar. Topped off with a dollop of luscious whipped cream and a dusting of cocoa, it's the perfect indulgence for those cozy evenings.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon, for dusting Cocoa powder
- 1 cup Whipped cream
- 2 tablespoons Sugar
- 2 cups Milk
- 2 shots Espresso
- 100 grams Dark chocolate
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 2
- Dish Type: Dessert
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 20g
- Carbs: 35g
- Protein: 8g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Sugar: 25g
Instructions
- Melt the dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 30 second intervals, stirring after each, until smooth. Alternatively, you can use a double boiler.
- Brew 2 shots of espresso using your preferred method.
- In a medium saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until hot, but not boiling. Be sure to stir occasionally to prevent scorching.
- Whisk in the melted chocolate and sugar into the hot milk until well combined.
- Stir in the brewed espresso, ensuring the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Pour the cioccolato espresso into serving mugs. Each serving should be about one cup.
- Finish off each mug with a generous topping of whipped cream. Then, dust the top with cocoa powder for extra chocolatey goodness.
- Serve hot and enjoy the rich, indulgent flavors of your homemade cioccolato espresso!
Tips
- For a dairy-free version, replace the milk with almond milk or oat milk. You can also use a sugar substitute for a less sweet version.