Hot Chocolate Mix Recipe
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4.4
Hot Chocolate Mix Recipe
Description
The Hot Chocolate Mix is a dry blend made by sifting and whisking together powdered sugar, instant dry milk powder, cocoa powder, and granulated sugar to create a uniform mixture. This mix forms the foundation for hot chocolate when stirred into hot milk, water, or coconut milk. The dry milk powder provides creaminess without needing fresh milk at preparation, while the combination of sugars balances sweetness and cocoa intensity.
Optional add-ins such as white, milk, or semi-sweet chocolate chips can be melted in for a richer drink, and mini marshmallows or peppermint extract add a festive or flavored touch. Storing the mix in an airtight container keeps it fresh for up to three months, making it convenient for quick hot cocoa anytime.
This mix allows control over the base by customizing liquids or toppings at serving. The ratio of sugars and cocoa powder is designed to provide a balanced, classic hot chocolate flavor. This recipe avoids artificial powders or additives, using common baking pantry ingredients.
Ingredients
- 2 cups dry milk powder instant
- 2 cups powdered sugar sifted
- 1 cup cocoa powder sifted, unsweetened
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
Optional
- ½ cup chocolate chips white, milk or semi-sweet
- mini marshmallows
- peppermint extract
Instructions
- In a large bowl, sift powdered sugar
- Sift instant dry milk on top of powdered sugar
- Sift cocoa powder on top
- Whisk together
- Whisk in granulated sugar until well combined
- Store in airtight container or jar for up to 3 months
Notes
- Use 2 tablespoons of the hot chocolate mix per cup of hot milk, water, or coconut milk for serving.
- Store the mix in an airtight container to keep freshness for up to three months.
- Consider adding chocolate chips, marshmallows, or peppermint extract when preparing for extra flavor and texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 311 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 311kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 52g | 17% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0.02g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 26mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 103mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 472mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 46g | 92% |
| Vitamin A | 259IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 255mg | 26% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.4
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