The homemade cocoa powder is made up of only 3 ingredients as compared to the store bought hot cocoa which has preservatives and other unwanted stuff. And it tastes way better than the ready made ones. These are also great DIY edible gifts especially during Holidays.
My kids love hot chocolate on a snow day. I prefer making the cocoa mix at home as I can pick the best cocoa powder and milk powder. The store bought hot chocolates are not so healthy as they are packed with preservatives too. I got mine from whole foods. They have a good selection of cocoa powders and powder milk. We make a big batch of dry cocoa mix and use it as and when needed. Read till the end to see all the suggested garnishes for this delicious concoction.
DIY HOT CHOCOLATE
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups powdered milk
- 2 cups sugar
- 1/2 cup small marshmallows optional
Instructions
- Directions:In a large bowl, sift sugar, then cocoa powder to get rid of any lumps. Now add the powdered milk. Give a nice mix so that all the ingredients blend in completely. Add mini marshmallows if using. This mix can be stored in air tight container for up to 6 months. If you wish to gift these, store them in smaller jars.
- To make the hot cocoa drink , add 3 Tablespoons of dry hot cocoa mix in 8 oz of hot water. Stir and enjoy ! Add more chocolate mix if you like it stronger and sweeter.
Notes
Do you like Hot Chocolate? Which is your favorite garnish for it? Do let me know in the comments section below.
Happy rest of the week !
Recipe credit : This recipe has been adapted from ‘The Pioneer Woman’ .
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I love hot chocolate and making it at home. it’s so yummy!
a hot cocoa is definitely a winner in my book, especially during colder days. Although we are still missing coolness here. How nice a cup would be. 🙂
Love this hot chocolate mix as homemade is always best than any store bought. It s also great for gifting need to give it a try.
Awesome hot chocolate mix recipe! And so much less expensive than buying the commercial stuff!
My other half LOVES hot chocolate so I’ll have to try and make this to avoid the rubbish which goes into shop bought stuff! Looks delish!
This is super easy to make. Peppermint sticks go in my hot chocolate.
I love homemade hot chocolate! This sounds simple and delicious!
I had no idea hot cocoa has only 3 ingredients! I have the packets in my office, but I love this homemade version so much more. Definitely going to need to keep some of this ready to go at all times
Ooo I’ve been looking for a good homemade cocoa recipe!! 🙂