Dark Chocolate Hot Cocoa Mix
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Dark Chocolate Hot Cocoa Mix
Description
The Dark Chocolate Hot Cocoa Mix includes a balanced blend of powdered sugar, whole powdered milk, and cocoa powder, with powdered coffee creamer added to enhance creaminess without using fresh milk. Dark chocolate mini chips and mini marshmallows are provided as add-ins that melt when mixed with hot milk, enriching the texture and flavor profiles of the beverage. This mix yields around four cups of powder, offering flexibility in portioning.
Preparation involves whisking the dry ingredients thoroughly to eliminate lumps and storing in an airtight container for up to 3-6 months at room temperature. To make hot cocoa, half a cup of the mix is combined with hot milk and optionally topped with marshmallows or chocolate chips, delivering a warm, smooth drink layered with chocolate richness and melted morsels.
The recipe notes outline the serving size yielding approximately eight servings if following the half-cup mix per serving guideline. This homespun mix balances sweetness and chocolate depth, offering a customizable base depending on preferred richness and toppings. Ideal for making at home to avoid commercial mixes.
Ingredients
CORE HOT COCOA MIX
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 cups powdered milk I recommend whole powdered milk as opposed to non-fat
- 3/4 cup cocoa powder I prefer dark, but regular is just as delicious, unsweetened
- 1/3 cup powdered coffee creamer
ADD-INS
- 1 cup dark chocolate mini chocolate chips
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, add powdered sugar, powdered milk, cocoa powder, and powdered creamer. Whisk well to combine and remove any possible lumps.
- Transfer to an airtight container.
- Top with chocolate chips, then marshmallows. Store at room temperature for up to 3-6 months.
TO MAKE HOT CHOCOLATE
- Add 1/2 cup of powdered mix to a mug, and top with any desired amount of chocolate chips and/or marshmallows. Top with 1 cup (8oz) of hot milk and stir until well combined and smooth.
- Top with additional marshmallows if desired.
Notes
- This recipe produces about 4 cups of powdered mix or 6 cups including add-ins, suitable for approximately 8 servings using 1/2 cup mix per serving.
- Store the mix in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 to 6 months to maintain freshness.
- Add the chocolate chips and marshmallows at serving time for melted texture, or mix them in the container for convenience.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 759 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 759kcal | 38% |
| Carbohydrates | 109g | 36% |
| Protein | 20g | 40% |
| Fat | 31g | 48% |
| Saturated Fat | 24g | 120% |
| Cholesterol | 54mg | 18% |
| Sodium | 249mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 1195mg | 25% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% |
| Sugar | 85g | 170% |
| Vitamin A | 520IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 616mg | 62% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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