Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix

Enjoy a cup, or make a batch to give as food gifts.

By Joanne OzugPublished: Aug 27, 2023

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the pioneer woman's homemade hot chocolate mix recipe

Joanne Ozug of Fifteen Spatulas

Make your own hot cocoa mix to keep in the pantry. All you have to do is add hot water when you want a cup!

Oh boy, do I love hot chocolate. And that's never going to change. I've got way too many childhood memories and nostalgia tied up into a piping hot cup of cocoa with marshmallows on top. It's the perfect treat for a cold night, paired with snuggles on the couch and a good movie. I feel cozy inside just writing that.

When I'm at a hotel and see a packet of hot chocolate mix, I'll usually make myself a cup, driven by my previously mentioned nostalgia. Though I have to admit that I cringe when I read the list of ingredients on the back. Most store-bought hot chocolate mixes have hydrogenated oils, preservatives, and other undesirable things in them. The good news is that when you make it at home, none of that gets included, and the results are still delicious! Just keep the hot cocoa mix in the pantry and add hot water whenever you want some homemade hot cocoa. Otherwise, make a big batch of it to share as a homemade food gift with family and friends.

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Yields:: 8 serving(s)
Prep Time:: 5 mins
Total Time:: 5 mins

Ingredients

2 c.
confectioners' sugar
1 c.
unsweetened cocoa powder
2 c.
powdered milk or instant nonfat dry milk

Nutrition Information

Per Serving (Serves 8)

Calories300 Fat10 gSaturated fat6 gCholesterol31 mgSodium122 mgCarbohydrates44 gFiber4 gSugar42 gProtein11 gVitamin D3 mcgCalcium306 mgIron2 mgPotassium590 mg

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
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Directions

1. Step 1Sift the confectioners' sugar followed by unsweetened cocoa in a large bowl, to get rid of any lumps.
2. Step 2Stir in the powdered milk and whisk well until everything is combined.
3. Step 3Add mini marshmallows to the container, if desired. This can be kept in the pantry for 6 months.

Tip: As a guideline, 1/2 cup of cocoa mix and 1/2 cup hot water is the right amount for me to enjoy in one serving. I like to put the hot cocoa mix in the cup and add the hot liquid on top, and stir, in order to not get any lumps. Enjoy!