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    Home » Entertaining » Drinks » Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix

    Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix

    Published: Feb 1, 2021 Modified: Jan 1, 2022 by GG

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    jar of hot chocolate mix with mug and whipped cream and text overlay
    hot chocolate mix and mug of hot chocolate with whipped cream and sprinkles and text overlay

    With just four ingredients, including a secret ingredient, you will have a Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix on hand to enjoy. Just add hot water and you'll be sipping on a cup of creamy instant hot chocolate in just minutes.

    hot chocolate mix in jar with mug of hot chocolate and whipped cream

    Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix

    When it's cold outside and you need something to warm you up, there's no need to run out to the store. Simply have some Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix in your pantry and you'll be cozy and warm in just a matter of minutes.

    With just four ingredients, our from scratch recipe is easy to make and will last in an airtight container for several weeks.

    A delicious way to show your love on Valentine's Day is with a simmering cup of hot cocoa topped with whipped cream and festive sprinkles, because really, chocolate and Valentine's Day go hand in hand, agree?

    jar filled with instant hot cocoa mix and measuring cup
    Jar filled with instant hot cocoa mix and measuring cup

    Best Hot Chocolate Mix

    No more buying expensive hot chocolate mix, filled with so much sugar, from the grocery store. Now you can control how much sugar you'll have in your warm chocolate drink. Homemade is so much better than store-bought, for sure!

    Cocoa powder, confectioners’ sugar, powdered dry milk, and the magic ingredient, cornstarch, come together with hot water or hot milk for the best cup of hot chocolate ever!

    And why is cornstarch the secret ingredient you ask? Cornstarch will give your warm drink a creamy, silky mouth feel and that’s what makes this the best homemade hot cocoa mix recipe ever.

    And if you love hot chocolate then you need to try our Italian Hot Chocolate recipe. It’s like nothing you’ve ever had before, unless of course you’ve been to Italy and indulged. It’s so thick you may even need a spoon to “drink” it.

    Our homemade hot cocoa recipe makes a delicious foodie gift too!

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    Hot Chocolate FAQ’s

    Do you make hot chocolate with milk or water?

    Using whole milk to make hot chocolate will give your drink more creaminess and richness than water.

    To make a thicker and richer hot chocolate, make it with milk and substitute ¼ cup of cream for milk.

    What is hot chocolate and coffee mixed together called?

    Hot chocolate and coffee mixed together is known as caffe mocha or mocha coffee.

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    How to make homemade hot chocolate mix

    Scroll down for the full recipe instructions and ingredient amounts in the recipe card below

    1. In a bowl combine confectioners sugar, powdered milk, cocoa powder and cornstarch
    2. Whisk together until smooth, blended and free of any lumps
    3. Store in an airtight container

    Swirls of Flavor Recipe Tips

    • Add coffee for a mocha coffee drink
    • Top with whipped cream
    • Add mini marshmallows
    • Garnish with Valentine sprinkles
    homemade hot chocolate mix in a jar with mug of hot cocoa

    Substitutions

    • Can’t have sugar? Just replace the confectioners sugar with Swerve confectioners sugar!
    • Replace hot water with hot milk for a richer drink
    • Make it indulgent and use ¾ cup milk and ¼ cup heavy cream in place of 1 cup water
    • Replace the water with your favorite plant-based milk

    Homemade hot cocoa mix

    • Takes just minutes to put together
    • Is easy to store
    • Makes a great foodie gift
    • Is fun for kids to make

    Hot cocoa single serving recipe

    • Place ½ cup mix in a mug
    • Add 1 cup hot water or hot milk
    • Stir until smooth and blended

    ingredients to make hot chocolate mix

    Ingredients for DIY hot chocoalte mix

    • confectioners’ sugar
    • unsweetened cocoa powder
    • powdered milk
    • cornstarch

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    homemade hot chocolate mix in a jar with mug of hot cocoa
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    5 from 6 votes

    Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix

    With just four ingredients, you will have a Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix on hand to enjoy. Just add hot water and you'll be sipping on a cup of instant hot chocolate in just minutes.
    Course Drinks
    Cuisine American
    Keyword hot chocolate mix, hot cocoa mix
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Total Time 10 minutes
    Servings 10
    Calories 246kcal
    Author Gwynn Galvin

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups confectioners sugar
    • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
    • 2 cups powdered milk
    • 2 Tbs. cornstarch

    Instructions

    • Combine confectioners sugar, powdered milk, cocoa powder and cornstarch in a bowl.
    • Using a whisk, whisk until mixture is smooth, blended and free of any lumps. If necessary, put the mixture through a sifter to remove any lumps.
    • Store in an airtight container.
    • For 1 serving: Combine ½ cup cocoa mix and 1 cup hot water or hot milk

    Notes

    Swirls of Flavor Recipe Tips
    • Replace 1 cup of hot water with 1 cup of hot milk for a richer drink
    • Add coffee for a mocha coffee drink
    • Add a candy cane stirrer for a peppermint mocha drink
    • Top with whipped cream and Valentine sprinkles

    Nutrition

    Calories: 246kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 97mg | Potassium: 472mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 33g | Vitamin A: 239IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 245mg | Iron: 1mg
    First Published: February 1, 2021... Last Updated: January 1, 2022 for better readability and user experience

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    About GG

    Gwynn Galvin, known to many as GG, is the creative and talented chef and nutritionist behind Swirls of Flavor. Gwynn is an award-winning culinary professional with over twenty five years of recipe development, food styling, test kitchen management and culinary innovation experience. Gwynn's passion is gathering people around the table with her simple real food recipes to savor the moments together.

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    Comments

    1. Lauren

      January 01, 2022 at 3:35 pm

      5 stars
      Such a cute Christmas gift!

    2. Artney

      January 01, 2022 at 4:31 pm

      5 stars
      What a fun recipe to make! Such an awesome, edible gift as well. I'm looking forward to making this mix again for gifts for Valentine's Day.

    3. Chenée

      January 01, 2022 at 5:04 pm

      5 stars
      I love this idea! I'm definitely using this mix to make some hot cocoa tonight!

    4. Sharon

      January 01, 2022 at 5:35 pm

      5 stars
      This was so lovely to enjoy over the holidays. Making your own is always so much more delicious. Thanks!

    5. Anjali

      January 01, 2022 at 6:06 pm

      5 stars
      We made these as a gift for my extended family during the holidays and it was a hit! Super easy to make, and a great gift too!

    6. GG

      January 02, 2022 at 11:34 am

      Thanks Lauren. Everyone love getting this as a gift!

    7. GG

      January 02, 2022 at 11:35 am

      It's so nice to have on hand. Enjoy Chenee!

    8. GG

      January 02, 2022 at 11:37 am

      Homemade makes everything so much more delicious! Enjoy Sharon!

    9. GG

      January 02, 2022 at 11:37 am

      Such a thoughtful and delicious gift! Homemade makes everything better!

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