Hot Cocoa Mix
Warm up your winter evenings with this cozy, homemade Hot Cocoa Mix, a delightful blend of rich unsweetened cocoa powder, powdered sugar, and creamy powdered milk. Perfect for busy mornings or relaxing nights by the fire, this recipe takes just 10 minutes to prepare and makes enough to serve 16 cups of indulgent hot chocolate. With optional add-ins like vanilla powder for a hint of sweetness or mini chocolate chips for extra creaminess, this mix is fully customizable to suit your taste. Simply stir it into hot milk or water, and top your steaming mug with marshmallows, whipped cream, or a sprinkle of cocoa powder for a café-style treat at home. Store this easy DIY mix in an airtight container for up to three months, making it a convenient, affordable, and shareable gift idea or pantry staple. Make every sip memorable with this decadent, homemade hot cocoa!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 1.5 cups Powdered milk
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla powder (optional)
- 0.5 cup Mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, sift the cocoa powder and powdered sugar to remove any lumps.
Add the powdered milk, cornstarch, salt, and vanilla powder (if using) to the bowl. Whisk everything together until evenly combined.
If desired, stir in the mini chocolate chips for an extra creamy cocoa mix.
Transfer the hot cocoa mix to an airtight container or a resealable jar. Store in a cool, dry place for up to 3 months.
To make hot cocoa, heat 1 cup (240 mL) of water or milk until hot but not boiling. Stir in 3 to 4 tablespoons of the hot cocoa mix until fully dissolved. Adjust sweetness to taste if needed.
Serve immediately with whipped cream, marshmallows, or a dusting of additional cocoa powder, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
155 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.8 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.2 g | 21% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 12 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 76 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.7 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.4 g | ||
| Protein | 6.4 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 129 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 356 mg | 8% | |
*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.
