The BEST homemade hot chocolate mix around! This simple recipe can be made by the littlest of chefs. Milk powder, cocoa powder, and sugar are blended together in just the right amounts. Just add hot water for the perfect cup of homemade hot cocoa!
Imagine sipping on a cup of hot chocolate on a cold winter day… honestly, nothing sounds better! As we head into the chilly months, I know my kids are looking forward to whipping up a delicious mug of hot cocoa.
This mix has exceeded all of my expectations and is now our favorite. You can customize the ingredients in this mix based on what your family enjoys. It truly is the best hot chocolate mix. It is made with only 4 ingredients in just 5 minutes. Plus, it can be made in a large batch and stored for the cold season ahead.
How To Make
This is a recipe where adults can step to the side and let our little ones take charge. It is definitely a recipe that can be created by chefs of any age! Encourage your kiddos to head to the kitchen and follow along to make this hot chocolate mix.
Start by gathering the equipment and ingredients. Then, you are ready to follow the instructions and create your glass of homemade hot chocolate.
Equipment:
- medium-sized mixing bowl
- measuring cups
- whisk
- glass jar with lid
- tablespoon
Ingredients:
- 2 cups powdered milk
- 3/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup ultrafine granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Instructions:
1. Mix the ingredients.
Add all four ingredients to a medium-sized mixing bowl. Blend with a whisk until mixed.
FUN FACT: You can use a fork instead of a whisk to mix the ingredients together.
Tips to Making the Best Hot Chocolate Mix:
- Use a high-quality powdered milk to boost the flavor of the hot chocolate
- Pick a low fat milk powder for a lower fat option
- Pick a whole milk dry powder for a creamier option
- Use a natural unsweetened cocoa powder for a bitter chocolate flavor
- Use a dutch-pressed cocoa powder for a smooth chocolate flavor
- Switch to a dark cocoa powder for a rich chocolate flavor
- Pick superfine sugar as it dissolves quickly. Regular granulated sugar works as well – just takes a bit longer to dissolve.
2. Make hot chocolate.
Add 3 tablespoons of your hot chocolate mix to a mug. Then, add 1 cup of hot water or milk to the mug. Stir until the mix dissolves and enjoy. Be careful not to burn your tongue!
Tips for Making Homemade Hot Chocolate:
- Make with whole milk for a creamier and richer option
- Make with 2%, skim milk or water for a lower calorie option
- Swap the milk or water with oat, almond or soy milk for a non-dairy option
FAQ
Make-Ahead Whipped Cream, sprinkles, marshmallows, chocolate chips, M&Ms, cinnamon and/or chocolate shavings.
Pour this hot chocolate mix into a glass jar or container with a lid and store for 6-12 months.
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CKC Features both Gluten-Free Guidance and Kids Cooking Instructions: If you’re new to eating gluten-free we understand it’s overwhelming trying to figure out which foods may contain gluten and which ones don’t. All of our gluten-free recipes marked with this symbol ✅ represent foods that need to be checked for gluten or cross-contamination.
The ⭐️ symbol in the recipe below denotes the steps in which kid cooks may need a helper (depending on age). If there is no ⭐️ symbol, that step (or recipe) doesn’t require a helper.
BEST Hot Chocolate Mix
Equipment
- glass jar with lid
- tablespoon
Ingredients
- 2 cups powdered milk ✅
- 3/4 cup cocoa powder ✅
- 1/2 cup ultrafine granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Mix the ingredients. Add all ingredients to a medium-sized bowl. Blend with whisk until mixed.
- ⭐️Make hot chocolate. Add 3 tablespoons of the hot chocolate mix to mug. Add 1 cup of hot water or milk. Stir and enjoy!
- How to store mix. Pour the hot chocolate mix into a glass jar or container with lid. Cover. Stores for 6-12 months.
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Missy says
My 8 year old found this recipe and had tomatoes it. We all loved the hot cocoa and have plenty stored for later this winter. Great recipe!
Patty says
First time making homemade hot chocolate. Love this recipe I made with dark cocoa powder and use milk when I make it. Makes it rich in favor but good with hot water too. Thanks for recipe.
Amy says
I made the mix last night to share with all of my students in an outdoor celebration in snowy and cold Vermont. I will be boiling water over a fire. I bet it will be as good (if not better) than the test cup I had this morning.
Jodi Danen, RDN says
This sounds like the absolutely perfect way to enjoy this recipe! Thank you for sharing and cheers!
Maureen says
I double the batch, great recipe
Christie says
Love this recipe! It’s so easy and my kids and husband are crazy about it. We also grind up peppermints or candy canes to flavor it.
Thank you for sharing this with the world! =)