Copycat Yoohoo by Todd Wilbur
Recreate the iconic taste of your favorite childhood chocolate drink with this Copycat Yoohoo recipe by Todd Wilbur! Perfectly rich yet light, this homemade version captures the silky smoothness and nostalgic sweetness of store-bought Yoohoo using simple pantry staples like nonfat dry milk powder, unsweetened cocoa powder, and a touch of vanilla extract. Ready in just 15 minutes with no special equipment required, this drink is an easy way to indulge your chocolate cravings without all the additives. Chill it to perfection in the fridge, give it a good shake, and savor a glass of creamy, chocolatey goodness just like you remember. Ideal for kids and adults alike, this copycat Yoohoo recipe is a fun and budget-friendly treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3.5 cups Water
- 1.25 cups Nonfat dry milk powder
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine water, nonfat dry milk powder, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and salt.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and whisk constantly to dissolve the dry ingredients into the water. Heat until the mixture is warm, but do not let it boil.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Allow the mixture to cool down to room temperature.
Once cooled, pour the mixture into a blender and blend on high for about 30 seconds to ensure a smooth, creamy texture.
Transfer the Yoohoo mixture to a pitcher or individual bottles and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2–3 hours before serving.
Shake well before serving chilled. Enjoy your homemade Yoohoo!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
984 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.8 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.6 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 1397 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 188.5 g | 69% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 182.0 g | ||
| Protein | 58.4 g | 117% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2017 mg | 155% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 2673 mg | 57% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
