The Best Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix
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4.6
The Best Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix
Description
The homemade hot chocolate mix consists of nonfat or whole milk powder combined with powdered sugar and unsweetened cocoa powder to form a balanced base with sweetness and chocolate flavor. Adding finely chopped white chocolate provides added richness and a hint of vanilla sweetness that enhances the overall drink. A pinch of salt rounds out the flavors.
The dry ingredients are pulsed together in a food processor to ensure a fine, well-mixed powder that blends easily when stirred into hot milk or almond milk. This method produces a smooth, creamy hot chocolate that avoids graininess.
This mix can be stored in an airtight container for up to three months, providing a convenient way to enjoy a homemade hot chocolate without assembling ingredients each time. The recipe suggests pairing the beverage with whipped cream or marshmallows for added indulgence.
The recipe notes highlight the importance of quality ingredients to avoid off-flavors, and recommend using white chocolate bars over chips for better mixing. Different cocoa powders (Dutch-processed and natural) are combined for complexity.
Ingredients
- 3 cups dry nonfat milk powder or whole milk powder
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 ½ cups cocoa powder dutch-process or natural unsweetened (see note)
- 1 ½ cups white chocolate finely chopped or chips
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Whisk together all ingredients in a large bowl. Working in two (or more) batches, depending on the size of your food processor, pulse the ingredients in a food processor until the chocolate is finely ground. Store the dry mix in an airtight container for up to 3 months. (If your food processor is large enough, ditch using an extra bowl and throw all the ingredients in the food processor at once.)
- To make hot cocoa, put 1/3 cup of the cocoa mix in a mug and stir in 1 cup of hot milk or almond milk (water works ok but the hot chocolate isn't as creamy or flavorful). Top with whipped cream or miniature marshmallows, if desired.
Notes
- Select high-quality cocoa powder and milk powder to avoid unpleasant aftertastes in the hot chocolate.
- Use white chocolate bars rather than chips for better blending results when mixing the dry ingredients.
- Store the dry mix in an airtight container for up to three months to maintain freshness.
- For hot chocolate preparation, stir 1/3 cup of mix into 1 cup of hot milk or almond milk for creaminess.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 20servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 serving | |
| Calories | 210kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 29g | 10% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 21mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 111mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 25g | 50% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.6
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