Hot Chocolate Powder Recipe

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4.4

66 reviews
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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    5 mins

  • Servings

    10

  • Calories

    317 kcal

  • Course

    Drinks

  • Cuisine

    American

Hot Chocolate Powder Recipe

This Hot Chocolate Powder Recipe creates a dry mix combining powdered milk, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and sugar, which can be stored and used to quickly make hot chocolate by mixing with hot milk or water. The mix balances sweetness with cocoa richness, allowing a creamy homemade hot chocolate drink.

Description

The Hot Chocolate Powder is prepared by sifting powdered milk, powdered sugar, and unsweetened cocoa powder together, ensuring a smooth blend without lumps. Regular sugar is then mixed in thoroughly to balance sweetness. The dry mix can be stored airtight in a cool, dry place for up to three months, making it convenient for multiple future uses.

When ready to serve, one-third cup of the powder is dissolved in one cup of hot milk or water, stirred well to create a smooth, hot beverage. Adding toppings or extras is optional. The use of powdered milk makes this mix shelf-stable and quick to prepare without needing fresh ingredients each time.

The nutritional values for the prepared hot chocolate are calculated based on whole milk, but using water or non-dairy milk will alter that.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 2 cups powdered milk
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 cup cocoa powder unsweetened
  • cup sugar
  • 12 cups milk hot, or water

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, sift together the dry milk, powdered sugar and unsweetened cocoa.
  2. Mix in the regular sugar by hand.
  3. Store in an airtight container in a cool dry place to up to 3 months.
  4. To make hot chocolate, combine 1/3 cup dry hot chocolate mix with 1 cup hot milk or water, stir well until dissolved. Add desired toppings and add-ins.
  5. If you've tried this recipe, please come back and leave us a comment or rating!

Notes

  • Store the prepared hot chocolate powder in an airtight container to keep it fresh for up to 3 months.
  • Mix 1/3 cup of the powder with 1 cup of hot milk or water to prepare a single serving of hot chocolate.
  • Nutritional information is based on hot chocolate made with whole milk; using water or alternative milks will change these values.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 317kcal (16%) Carbohydrates 50g (17%) Protein 11g (22%) Fat 11g (17%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Cholesterol 29mg (10%) Sodium 128mg (5%) Potassium 518mg (11%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 45g (90%) Vitamin A 474IU (9%) Calcium 342mg (34%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 10Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 317 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 317kcal 16%
Carbohydrates 50g 17%
Protein 11g 22%
Fat 11g 17%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Cholesterol 29mg 10%
Sodium 128mg 5%
Potassium 518mg 11%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 45g 90%
Vitamin A 474IU 9%
Calcium 342mg 34%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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