Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix
Making homemade hot chocolate mix is incredibly easy! BONUS! It makes a fun gift! To make this even easier, I am including printable gift tags!
his recipe yields approximately cups of dry mix or about 12 (one-cup) servings.
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As much as I LOVE Parisian Hot Chocolate, sometimes I need something a little quicker to make⦠Enter⦠My homemade instant Hot chocolate mix!
My goal with this version is to make an βinstant mixβ version of Parisian Hot Chocolate. So itβs creamy and chocolatey, especially when you use milk.
This recipe is also great as a gift! And itβs the season, so to be extra sweet this time of year, Iβm including free tags to include with your hot cocoa. They include instructions on how to use the mix!
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About the Ingredients
dry milk this is what helps make it more creamy when you use water.
mini semisweet chocolate chips this adds chocolate and makes it even closer to the Parisian Hot Chocolate.
confectioner’s sugar makes it sweet and helps thicken it.
granulated sugar adds more sweetness
cocoa powder adds chocolate but ot sugar, which helps you to control the sweetness better.
salt brings out all the other flavors.
When You’re Ready to Make Hot Chocolate
There are two different methods you can use. Microwave or stovetop. I recommend using the stovetop method for the best results.
TO MAKE HOT CHOCOLATE (Stovetop-Preferred Method)
- Heat water or milk slowly in a saucepan until it is steamy.
- Add 3-4 Tablespoons of hot chocolate mix for every one cup of water or milk. Continue heating as you whisk until everything is dissolved and the mixture is hot, smooth, and creamy.
- If desired, enjoy it with whipped cream and mini chocolate chips or shaved chocolate, marshmallows, or all of the above!
TO MAKE HOT CHOCOLATE (Microwave)
- Heat water or milk in a mug until it is steamy.
- Add 3-4 Tablespoons of hot chocolate mix for every one cup of water or milk. Continue heating as you whisk until everything is dissolved and the mixture is hot, smooth, and creamy.
Enjoy it with whipped cream and mini chocolate chips or shaved chocolate, marshmallows, or all of the above!
Jenn’s Notes:
When you microwave your milk, make sure that your liquid is hot enough to melt the chocolate.
Storage Details
- This recipe yields approximately cups of dry mix or about 12 (one-cup) servings. and will last, in an airtight container, for up to one year.
Cooking with Kids
DISCLOSURE: These tips are generalized, and meant to be suggestive. Everything I’m sharing I do with my kids, and they are all different even within my own five. So please take these as suggestions or ideas and if you think your child needs more or less help, then go with what you and your child are comfortable with. Ultimately, you know your kids, do what YOU think is best.
Wanna Make this a Cocktail?
To spike your hot chocolate, try adding 1-2 tablespoons of your favorite spirit:
- Peppermint Schnapps
- Baileys Irish Cream.
- Peppermint Vodka
- Rum
- KahlΓΊa
- Bourbon
- Irish Whiskey
- Hazelnut Liqueur
- Chili Infused Liqueur
- Amaretto
Don’t Forget the Whipped Cream!
Or really up your game and try:
Want to make it a gift?
Here is everything you need to make this a perfect gift!
Materials
- The Free Download
- Nice cardstock
- Mason Jars (I LOVE the see Ball Flute Jars for this)
- Scissors
- Ribbon to tie the tag on.
- Your Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix
Making the Gift
Put your already made Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix into the Jars of your choice.
Print the tags and cut them out.
Punch a hole into the designated spot on the tag then string a ribbon through the hole. Then tie the tag onto the jar.
Your gift is ready!
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Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 12 1x
Ingredients
- 1 cup dry milk
- 1 1/4 cup mini semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup confectioner’s sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, add all ingredients and whisk to combine.
- Keep the cocoa mix in an airtight container until ready to use. It can be kept in the cupboard for up to a year.
WHEN YOU’RE READY FOR HOT CHOCOLATE
TO MAKE HOT CHOCOLATE (Stovetop)
- Heat water or milk slowly in a saucepan until it is steamy.
- Add 3-4 Tablespoons of hot chocolate mix for every one cup of water or milk. Continue heating as you whisk until everything is dissolved and the mixture is hot, smooth, and creamy.
TO MAKE HOT CHOCOLATE (Microwave)
- Heat water or milk in a mug until it is steamy.
- Add 3-4 Tablespoons of hot chocolate mix for every one cup of water or milk. Continue heating as you whisk until everything is dissolved and the mixture is hot, smooth, and creamy.
If desired, enjoy it with whipped cream and mini chocolate chips or shaved chocolate, marshmallows, or all of the above!
Equipment
Mora Ceramics Small Mixing Bowls Set of 2 – 2.5 & 1.6 Qt (Vanilla White)
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All-Clad Stainless Steel Whisk
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This recipe yields approximately 3 cups of mix or about 12 (one-cup) servings of hot chocolateΒ
- Prep Time: 5
- Category: Drinks
- Method: One Bowl
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ΒΌ Cup of Mix
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