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Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix in a glass jar. A mug of hot chocolate made from this is next to it with whipped cream on top.
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How to Make Hot Chocolate Mix
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
2 mins
Total Time
7 mins
 

Make delicious mugs of hot chocolate at home when you learn how to Make Hot Chocolate Mix. It's a great drink for the winter months and an edible gift, too!

Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 15 mugs
Calories: 56 kcal
Author: Gemma Stafford
Ingredients
  • 1 ½ cups (7 ½ oz/212 g) dry milk powder
  • ½ cup (4 oz/115 g) granulated sugar
  • ½ cup (2 oz/57 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions

  1. Sieve all the ingredients into a bowl.

  2. Keep in an air-tight container indefinitely. 

To Make a Mug of Hot Chocolate

  1. Add 3 tablespoons of the Hot Chocolate mix to 8 oz milk or water into a saucepan and stir. Simmer on medium/low heat for 2 minutes until smooth and slightly thickened.

  2. Pour into a mug and serve with homemade marshmallows or Frozen Whipped Cream

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Recipe Notes
  • Use whole milk powder for a richer taste, creamier texture, and more nutrients.
  • A small pinch of salt can enhance the overall flavor of hot chocolate, balancing sweetness and enhancing the chocolatey notes.
  • Add your favorite spices to turn it into Mexican hot chocolate.
  • If you plan to make a big batch and give it out in mason jars as gifts, make sure the ingredients are evenly distributed.
  • Add 1 Tablespoon of this hot cocoa mix to your coffee for a homemade mocha.
Nutrition Facts
How to Make Hot Chocolate Mix
Amount Per Serving (2 tablespoons)
Calories 56
% Daily Value*
Sodium 41mg2%
Potassium 44mg1%
Carbohydrates 12g4%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 10g11%
Protein 3g6%
Vitamin A 150IU3%
Vitamin C 0.8mg1%
Calcium 20mg2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.