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white mug filled with hot cocoa and mini marshmallows
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Powdered Hot Cocoa Mix

This cocoa mix is easy to make and perfect for making in large batches so you can make rich and chocolaty hot cocoa all winter long! 
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chocolate, Cocoa, Hot Chocolate, Hot Cocoa
Servings: 10
Calories: 1kcal

Equipment

  • Glass Jar with an airtight lid I like to use quart or larger
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Funnel Optional

Ingredients

  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 cup Cocoa Powder
  • 1 tsp Salt – For extra minerals I like to use Redmond Real Salt
  • 1 cup Milk powder of choice
  • 1 tablespoon Arrowroot powder optional

Instructions

  • Place all ingredients in your airtight container and mix well.

Serving Hot Cocoa

  • The amount of cocoa mix that you will use will depend on the size of mug or thermos and how strong of a chocolate flavor you want.
  • Lighter flavor: begin with 2 tablespoons of cocoa mix per 1 cup milk or water.
  • Medium flavor: use ⅓ cup of cocoa mix per 1 cup of milk or water.
  • Strong flavor: use ½ cup of cocoa mix per 1 cup of milk or water.

Notes

How to store hot cocoa mix

This cocoa mix should be stored in an airtight container and in a cabinet away from any heat. Canning jars with spent lids are a great option to store this delicious mix!
For best results, this cocoa mix should be used within 6 months to 1 year. With time, the mix may lose flavor so it is best to make the mix in batches that you will enjoy sooner than later.