Simple Cocoa Mix Recipe

Ashley
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The days are getting shorter, and the nights are getting longer, darker, colder. The best remedy for a chilly night inside? A warm cup of rich, creamy cocoa!

As the winter draws closer, and we turn our thoughts to Christmas, and giving love to others during the holiday season, I am always on the lookout for ways to share yummy treats with my family and friends. Whether my children, hubby and I are looking for a simple way to add extra cozy to our movie nights, or we want to send a long-distance hug to our extended family, a cup of cocoa seems to be the perfect treat!

This simple, five-ingredient mix takes minutes to whip together, is shelf stable and makes a cute gift when packaged in a mason jar or fillable ornament. Be sure to include a simple gift tag or label with the very basic instructions: “Combine 1/4 cup mix with hot water or milk. Stir and enjoy!” (Click here for a printable tag! )

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Hot Cocoa Mix

A simple, shelf-stable cocoa mix that makes a delicious, rich cup of hot cocoa!

Ingredients

  • 1 c. Dry Milk Powder
  • 1/2 c. Cocoa Powder
  • 1 c. Granulated Sweetener
  • 1/2 c. Chocolate Chips
  • 1/4 c. Crushed Peppermint Candies Optional

Instructions

  • Combine first four ingredients in a food processor. Process for 1-2 minutes or until chocolate chips are in very small pieces.
  • If using, add crushed peppermint candies to cocoa mix. Process for 30 seconds or until combined.
  • Store in an airtight container such as a mason jar or fillable ornament.
  • To make a cup of hot cocoa, combine 1/4 cup of the mix with 8 ounces of hot water or milk.

Notes

  1. Use either whole milk powder for extra richness or non-fat milk powder for a lower fat content.
  2. Cocoa powder can be swapped with Cacao powder for additional nutrients.
  3. Coconut sugar can be used in place of white cane sugar to lower glycemic index.
  4. Enjoy Life chocolate chips are a cleaner chocolate chip option, but use your favorite chocolate!  

Want to watch HOW to make this recipe? Check out the video tutorial below!

Want an even more SIMPLE Cocoa recipe? Check out this blog post for a made-to-order recipe:
Hot Cocoa For a Chilly Day: Three Different Ways – The Rural Companion

Need a BOOST? Check out this full-of-caffeine drink recipe:
Two of a Kind: A Fall Flavored Syrup and A Latte Recipe – The Rural Companion

Interested in MORE simple gift ideas? Check out this post for a list of Handmade Gifts:
Handmade Christmas Gift Guide for Simple, Quick Gifts – The Rural Companion

Published by Ashley