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In a mixing bowl, combine cold mascarpone cheese, cold whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Using a hand mixer, beat until soft peaks form. Set aside.
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In a small saucepan, combine milk and whipping cream. Heat over low-medium heat until just simmering, then remove from heat.
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Add chopped chocolate and instant espresso powder to the hot dairy mixture. Allow to sit for 1-2 minutes, then stir gently until chocolate has fully melted and mixture is smooth.
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Pour hot chocolate into mugs. Top each with a dollop of mascarpone cream. Dust with cocoa powder using a fine mesh sieve and serve alongside ladyfingers for dipping.