Keeping a batch of this homemade hot chocolate mix recipe in my pantry saves me from having to trudge through the snow to the grocery store when I need my hot cocoa fix. Made with just 4 simple ingredients, this dry powder mix makes the best cup of hot chocolate! It stays good in the pantry for months, so I always have some ready whenever the mood strikes.
Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix Recipe
When the weather gets cold and the snow starts falling, the only drink I want to sip on is hot cocoa! I started making my own hot chocolate mix because I like knowing what exactly is in my cup. For this recipe, it’s just cocoa powder, powdered sugar, powdered milk, and powdered coffee creamer.
It’s really easy to mix together and store in a jar in my pantry. Then to make hot chocolate, I just add some milk to the dry mix and it’s ready to go!
Variations
This basic homemade hot chocolate mix is so tasty as is, but it’s also super versatile. You can add all kinds of things to change the flavor. Try:
- Mexican: Add 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon and ¼ teaspoon of cayenne pepper.
- Pumpkin Spice: Add 1 teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice.
- Salted: Add ¼ teaspoon of kosher salt.
- Mocha: Add ¼ cup of instant espresso or coffee granules.
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How to Store
Store homemade hot chocolate mix in an airtight container or jar in the pantry for up to 6 months. Since it’s made with just powdered ingredients, it lasts a long time.
Tips for Success
- Be sure to use an unsweetened cocoa powder for this mix, or else it will be too sweet.
- Use flavored instant coffee creamer, such as hazelnut, french vanilla, or vanilla caramel to add flavor.
- Add ¼ cup of chocolate chips flavored baking chips, such as caramel, butterscotch, peanut butter, or mint to add flavor!
- Easily scale up the recipe and portion into mason jars to give as festive holiday gifts!
Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1½ cups powdered instant milk (nonfat dry milk)
- ½ cup powdered coffee creamer
- ½ cup cocoa powder
Equipment
- Kitchen Scale (optional)
Instructions
- Whisk all of the ingredients together in a large bowl, then store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 6 months.2 cups powdered sugar, 1½ cups powdered instant milk (nonfat dry milk), ½ cup powdered coffee creamer, ½ cup cocoa powder
- To make the hot chocolate, add ⅓ cup of the mix to 1 cup of milk or water. (Add more mix if you want it richer.)
Notes
- Nutritional information is for the powder only, not prepared hot chocolate with milk.
How to Make Hot Chocolate Mix Step-by-Step
Make the Mix: Whisk 2 cups of powdered sugar, 1½ cups of powdered instant milk (nonfat dry milk), ½ cup of powdered coffee creamer, and ½ cup of cocoa powder together in a large bowl, then store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 6 months.
To Make Hot Cocoa: Add ⅓ cup of the mix to 1 cup of milk or water. (Add more mix if you want it richer.)
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