Rich and Creamy Homemade Hot Cocoa Mix (Big Batch)
Make your own rich and creamy homemade hot cocoa mix using simple pantry staples. This big batch recipe is easy to store and perfect for quick, comforting drinks or thoughtful holiday gifts.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Total Time: 5 min
- Yield: About 16 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (natural or Dutch-process)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup powdered milk (optional, for extra creaminess)
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for thickness)
Instructions
- Gather all your dry ingredients: powdered sugar, cocoa powder, salt, powdered milk (if using), and cornstarch (if using).
- Place all ingredients into a large bowl.
- Whisk the mixture thoroughly for at least two minutes. You must break up all the clumps from the cocoa powder and powdered sugar to ensure a smooth final drink.
- Transfer the finished hot cocoa mix to an airtight container for storage. This recipe makes a big batch.
- To prepare one serving, mix 3 to 4 tablespoons of the dry mix with 1 cup of hot milk or hot water. Whisk until fully dissolved and enjoy your cozy beverage.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use Dutch-process cocoa powder.
- If you skip the powdered milk, you can still achieve a creamy texture by adding 1 teaspoon of cornstarch to the dry mix.
- Store the mix in a cool, dry place. It keeps well for up to one year.
- Package the mix in decorative jars with a ribbon for an easy holiday food gift. Include a tag with the preparation instructions (3-4 tablespoons per cup of hot liquid).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 Tbsp dry mix
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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