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    How to Make Hot Cocoa Mix

    Published: Dec 3, 2024, by TheAirFryingDiva, This post may contain affiliate or amazon links.
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    How to Make Hot Cocoa Mix, a simple and delicious recipe for powdered mix that can be used to make a warm and comforting beverage.
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    This recipe is for anyone wanting to know How to Make Hot Cocoa Mix that is as good or better than the store bought kind.

    Made with unsweetened cocoa powder and powdered sugar, this cocoa mix can make a warm, rich, chocolatey, and slightly sweet comforting beverage.

    How to Make Hot Cocoa Mix, a simple and delicious recipe for powdered mix that can be used to make a warm and comforting beverage.

    What you will read about in this recipe.

    • What is hot cocoa mix?
    • Why we love homemade hot cocoa.
    • Ingredients needed to make homemade cocoa mix.
    • Tips for making the best homemade hot cocoa mix.
    • How to Make Hot Cocoa Mix
    • How to store Hot Cocoa Mix.
    • Print the recipe for homemade Hot Cocoa Mix.

    What is hot cocoa mix?

    Not to be confused with chocolate milk mix (which is served cold), hot cocoa mix is a powdered blend of ingredients that, when mixed with hot water or milk, creates a delicious hot and comforting cocoa beverage.

    I really like how easy this recipe is to make.

    Have you tried my Apple Cider Spice Mix Recipe?

    Made with seasonal spices such as cinnamon and nutmeg, that homemade spice mix is the perfect combination of aromatic spices that are sweet, warm, and slightly spicy. Both this recipe for hot cocoa mix and that recipe for cider spice mix easy and delicious ways to make a beverage even better!

    Store your yummy hot cocoa mix in a jar to allow it to keep longer. You can find a selection of jars here.

    How to Make Hot Cocoa Mix, a simple and delicious recipe for powdered mix that can be used to make a warm and comforting beverage.

    Why we love homemade hot cocoa.

    This is really a simple and delicious beverage that is nostalgic and that everyone enjoys. Making hot cocoa mix yourself makes this favorite beverage even better..

    Here is what else we like about this recipe.

    • The ingredients used to make this recipe are basic ingredients that you may already have on hand.
    • Your cocoa mix can be enjoyed by you or given to someone else as a gift.
    • The ingredients used to make this recipe are inexpensive which means that you can save money making cocoa mix yourself.
    • When you make cocoa mix yourself, you know exactly what is in it.
    • Personalizing this recipe is as easy as adding ground cinnamon for flavor or using vegan powdered milk.
    • It only takes about five minute to make this recipe!
    How to Make Hot Cocoa Mix, a simple and delicious recipe for powdered mix that can be used to make a warm and comforting beverage.

    Ingredients needed to make homemade cocoa mix.

    • Powdered Sugar. Your powdered sugar should be sifted or whisked to remove any lumps.
    • Powdered Milk. Use a regular dry milk powder.
    • Unsweetened Cocoa Powder. Using a better quality cocoa can yield a better tasting cocoa. This should also be sifted or whisked to remove lumps.
    • Cornstarch. This is added for the texture of your beverage.
    • Salt. A small amount is used just to balance out the flavors.
    • Optional toppings include chocolate chips, marshmallows, cinnamon, and/or whipped cream.

    Tips for making the best homemade hot cocoa mix.

    It is essential that the dry ingredients are whisked or sifted before adding them to this recipe. This helps to break up any lumps, making it easier to blend your cocoa into a great beverage.

    More helpful tips for you.

    1. Feel free to adjust the sweetness of your cocoa by adjusting the amount of powdered sugar that you use.
    2. For a bigger batch, simple double or triple your ingredients. For even larger amounts you may need to make this recipe in batches.
    3. Some folks prefer Dutch Process Cocoa for a bitter yet, smoother cocoa.
    4. Make your cocoa even better tasting by adding ground cinnamon, nutmeg, or even chayenne for heat.
    5. Make this recipe lower in sugar by using a sugar free powdered sugar.

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    How to Make Hot Cocoa Mix, a simple and delicious recipe for powdered mix that can be used to make a warm and comforting beverage.

    How to Make Hot Cocoa Mix

    Prep Time: 5 minutes .
    Servings: 20 .

    1. Prepare.Wash and dry a clean jar(s) to hold your mix. Also, gather and measure your ingredients.
    2. Mix. Place your ingredients into a large mixing bowl with a spout. Then use a whisk to combine the ingredients until well incorporated. Make sure that you break up any lumps.
    3. Transfer. Use a funnel with a wide neck to transfer the ingredients to your prepared storage jar.
    4. Label. Label your storage jar with the name of what is in the jar (hot cocoa mix) and the date that it was made on.
    5. Enjoy. To use this mix, simple mix a quarter cup of the mix with on cup of hot water or milk.

    Expert Tip👉 You can make someone a 'Hot Cocoa in a Jar gift' using this recipe. Here is how to make hot cocoa in jar gift.

    How to Make Hot Cocoa Mix, a simple and delicious recipe for powdered mix that can be used to make a warm and comforting beverage.

    How to store Hot Cocoa Mix.

    Once your cocoa mix has be transferred to a clean airtight jar, labeled, and sealed, it should be stored in a cool dry locations. Depending on the age of your ingredients, hot cocoa mix should keep for up to a few months when properly stored.

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    How to Make Hot Cocoa Mix, a simple and delicious recipe for powdered mix that can be used to make a warm and comforting beverage.
    Prep Time5 minutes mins
    Total Time4 minutes mins
    Course: Drinks, Snack
    Cuisine: Beverage, Pantry
    Search Result: How to Make Hot Cocoa Mix
    Servings: 20

    Equipment

    • Mixing Bowl
    • Whisk
    • Funnel

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups Powdered Sugar. --sifted or whisked
    • 2½ cups Powdered Milk
    • 1 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
    • 2 teaspoon Cornstarch.
    • ½ teaspoon Salt.
    • Optional toppings include chocolate chips marshmallows, cinnamon, and/or whipped cream.

    Instructions

    • Prepare.Wash and dry a clean jar(s) to hold your mix. Also, gather and measure your ingredients.
    • Mix. Place your ingredients into a large mixing bowl with a spout. Then use a whisk to combine the ingredients until well incorporated. Make sure that you break up any lumps.
    • Transfer. Use a funnel with a wide neck to transfer the ingredients to your prepared storage jar.
    • Label. Label your storage jar with the name of what is in the jar (hot cocoa mix) and the date that it was made on.
    • Enjoy. To use this mix, simple mix a quarter cup of the mix with on cup of hot water or milk.

    Recipe Notes

    *Please check the nutritional labels to assure that you are sticking to your diet restrictions for any substitutions used.
    Also, please see the actual recipe post for further details on this recipe.
    Nutritional Information is only an estimate and can vary especially with ingredients that are used.
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    Nutrition

    Calories: 137kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 16mg | Sodium: 119mg | Potassium: 278mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 149IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 152mg | Iron: 1mg
    Please note: Nutritional data has been calculated using a tool that comes with this recipe card and not by me. This means that Nutritional Information is only an estimate and can vary especially with ingredients that you use. The accuracy of this tool may differ from other tools as expected. Also note that there is no instructional value to the video that may be attached to this recipe. It is only there for visual pleasure. For more information about the images in this recipe, please refer the the recipe instructions. Thank you!

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    How to Make Hot Cocoa Mix, a simple and delicious recipe for powdered mix that can be used to make a warm and comforting beverage.

    How to Make Hot Cocoa Mix, a simple and delicious recipe for powdered mix that can be used to make a warm and comforting beverage.

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