Finely chop the dark chocolate to help it melt during cooking.
Mixing the dry ingredients:
In a bowl, combine the bitter cocoa powder , cornstarch and sugar . Mix thoroughly to obtain a homogeneous mixture.
Heating the milk:
Pour the whole milk into a saucepan and heat it over medium heat until it begins to simmer slightly. Avoid bringing it to a complete boil so as not to alter the flavor.
Incorporation of dry ingredients:
Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the hot milk, stirring constantly with a whisk to prevent lumps from forming.
Adding Chocolate:
Add the chopped dark chocolate to the mixture, continuing to stir until the chocolate has completely melted and the mixture is smooth and homogeneous.
Cooking and thickening:
Continue to cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until the chocolate reaches the desired consistency. For creamy hot chocolate , it should be thick but still pourable.
Service:
Pour the creamy hot chocolate into mugs and serve immediately. For an extra touch, garnish with whipped cream, a dusting of bitter cocoa or dark chocolate shavings .
