Description
Indulge in the rich, comforting flavors of a homemade cocoa mix powder that is perfect for cozy winter days or as a thoughtful gift. This easy-to-make mix is a delicious base for creating your own customized hot cocoa.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Mix:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1½ cups powdered milk
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for anti-caking)
Optional Additions:
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips or grated chocolate
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, cocoa powder, powdered milk, salt, and cornstarch until fully combined and smooth.
- Add Optional Chocolate: Stir in mini chocolate chips or grated chocolate, if desired.
- Store: Transfer the mix to an airtight container and store in a cool, dry place.
- To Make Hot Cocoa: Mix ¼ cup of cocoa mix with ¾ cup of hot water or milk. Stir until creamy.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, use powdered coconut milk.
- Enhance flavors with cinnamon or crushed peppermint candies.
- Great for gifting when packaged in a jar with instructions.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¼ cup mix
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
