Description
A simple, cheap, and delicious homemade hot cocoa mix that you can customize to your taste. Perfect for cozy winter evenings or as a thoughtful gift.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup powdered milk
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the cocoa powder, powdered sugar, powdered milk, chocolate chips (if using), and salt until well combined.
- Store the mixture in an airtight container.
- To prepare hot cocoa, mix 1/4 cup of the cocoa mix with 1 cup of hot water or milk. Stir until completely dissolved.
- Add vanilla extract if desired and enjoy!
Notes
Serve hot and top with whipped cream, marshmallows, or a sprinkle of cocoa powder. For a richer taste, use warm whole milk instead of water.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg