150gdark chocolate or semi-sweet chocolate, finely chopped
1tablespooninstant espresso powder
ladyfingers, for dipping
cocoa powder, for dusting
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Instructions
Mascarpone Cream
Whip cream: In a small mixing bowl, add the mascarpone cheese, whipped cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Use a hand mixer to beat until it becomes soft peaks. Set aside.
Hot Chocolate
Simmer: In a small saucepan, add the milk and whipping cream. Cover and heat the mixture on low-medium heat until it just comes to a simmer.
Melt chocolate: Add the chopped chocolate and espresso powder. Let it sit for 1-2 minutes and then stir until all the chocolate has melted.
Serve: Pour the hot chocolate into your mugs. Serve hot as the hot chocolate will thicken as it cools. Top with a dollop of mascarpone cream. Use a fine mesh sieve to dust cocoa powder on top of the cream. Garnish with ladyfingers.