Hot Chocolate Mix
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Once we enter the cooler months, hot chocolate to keep on hand is a must to warm you up. This recipe for Hot Chocolate Mix is so easy to make with a few critical ingredients for a delicious cup.
We make homemade hot cocoa quite a bit during the cold months, but when I was growing up, we always had the canister or packets of hot chocolate mix. However, I soon learned that you could easily make your own homemade hot chocolate mix, and I was hooked!

Hot chocolate topped with marshmallows was always my children’s favorite treat after playing in the snow or just to have while watching a movie.
You only need four ingredients to make this tasty treat.
1/2 c Unsweetened Cocoa
1 c Non-dairy Creamer
3/4 c Sugar
1 c Non-fat dry milk
Pinch of Kosher Salt (optional)
Making homemade hot chocolate mix literally takes less than five minutes.
In a large bowl, combine all ingredients & mix well.
Here’s a tip: Have a large Mason Jar or a canister on hand? Add all ingredients into a jar, add the lid and shake well. You now have your jar of homemade hot chocolate.

How to make a cup of hot chocolate?
Add 3 tablespoons of mix into mug, then add boiling water. For a creamier taste, use hot milk. Then, add your favorite topping, such as marshmallows, whip cream, or whatever your heart desires. Mix well & Enjoy!
What is the best way to store the mix?
Store in an airtight container. Mason jars or a glass canister with a attached lid are a great option.
What is the shelf life of the hot chocolate mix?
It can be stored for up to one year as long as you have it in an airtight container.
Want to add more flavor to your hot chocolate?
Add 1/4 tsp of instant coffee for a delicious treat to make a Mocha.
How to make instant Mexican hot chocolate?
Add 1 teaspoon of Cinnamon to your cup of hot chocolate mix.
Toppings to add for your hot chocolate
Marshmallows
my children’s favorite! We use mini marshmallows, but you use camp for marshmallows instead.
Cinnamon
Sprinkle some cinnamon or use a cinnamon stick to give a delightful flavor to your cup.
Whip Cream
This is my absolute favorite to add to hot chocolate. Whether it is store-bought or homemade whip cream, it gives it that delicious creamy flavor.
Vanilla Extract
Add a 1/2 teaspoon to your cup for a tasty treat.
Candy Cane
Break up the candy cane & Sprinkle on your hot chocolate for a yummy candy treat or use the candy cane for stirring.
Chocolate Flakes
Why not add some chocolate flakes for a chocolaty treat if you added whip cream.
How to make Low-Calorie Mix
Omit sugar; add 15 packets of low-calorie sweeteners such as Equal.
Note: Non-dairy Creamer is a whitener & should not be used as a milk replacement.
Have you made this delicious hot chocolate mix? Let me know in the comments below!

Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix
Ingredients
- 1/2 c Unsweetened Cocoa
- 1 c Non-dairy Creamer
- 3/4 c Sugar
- 1/2 c Non-fat dry milk
- Pinch of Kosher Salt (optional)
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine all ingredients & mix well.
Here's a tip: Have a large Mason Jar on hand? Add all ingredients into a jar, add the lid and shake well. You now have your jar of homemade hot chocolate mix.
How to make a cup of hot chocolate.
Add three tablespoons of mix into mug, add boiling water or for a creamier taste, use hot milk, add your favorite topping such as marshmallows, whip cream, or whatever your heart desires, mix well & Enjoy!
Notes
to make Low-Calorie Mix
Omit sugar; add 15 packets of low-calorie sweeteners such as Equal.
Nutrition Information
Yield 10 Serving Size 1Amount Per Serving Calories 120Total Fat 3gSaturated Fat 2gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 0gCholesterol 1mgSodium 46mgCarbohydrates 22gFiber 1gSugar 17gProtein 2g
This is an estimated nutrition amounts per serving
Stay Warm y’all!
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Sounds delicious. Hot chocolate is a favourite in our home; my kids have hot chocolate almost daily. We love ours with whipped cream.
Met too! My favorite way to have it!