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Mason Jar Peppermint Hot Cocoa Mix

Surprise friends, teachers and neighbors with this Peppermint Hot Chocolate Mix in a jar for the holidays! Calling for just three ingredients, this pepperminty hot cocoa mix is a great easy DIY gift for sharing this time of year. Simply tie the cocoa's instructions to the jar with a festive ribbon, and this homemade gift is good to go!

Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 8 oz. mason jar of hot cocoa mix
Calories: 27 kcal
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 5 tablespoons dutch processed cocoa powder
  • 4 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 5 tablespoons candy cane pieces

Instructions

Make the Hot Cocoa Mix
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  1. Measure the cocoa powder, granulated sugar and candy cane pieces in an 8 oz. mason jar.
  2. Shake the jar until the ingredients are combined.
  3. Store in a cool, dark place until all the cocoa mix has been used.
Make a mug of the Hot Cocoa
  1. Heat 8 oz./1 cup of milk (or non-dairy) milk in the microwave in 20 second bursts until warm.
  2. Measure 1 tablespoon of the hot cocoa mix into the warm milk.
  3. Using a spoon, stir until the mix dissolves into the milk.
  4. Top with marshmallows, garnish with a candy cane and enjoy immediately!

Notes

  • You may double or triple this recipe to make a larger batch of this hot cocoa mix.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1g Calories 27kcal (1%) Carbohydrates 6g (2%) Sodium 1mg (0%) Sugar 5g (10%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8oz. mason jar of hot cocoa mix

Amount Per Serving

Calories 27

% Daily Value*

Serving 1g
Calories 27kcal 1%
Carbohydrates 6g 2%
Sodium 1mg 0%
Sugar 5g 10%

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