Name: Homemade Hot Cocoa Mix
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 10 Servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1.75 cups Powdered sugar; 1 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder; 1.5 cups White chocolate chips; 2.5 cups Powdered milk; 1 tsp Salt; 2 teaspoons Cornstarch; Hot water; Mini marshmallows

My Homemade Hot Cocoa Mix is so much better than store-bought hot chocolate mix! It takes 5 minutes to make a big batch that lasts all winter long. It is perfect for gift giving or when you just want to do something extra special for the ones you love.

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Homemade Hot Cocoa Mix

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Ingredients

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Instructions

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Make the Mix

Combine powdered sugar, cocoa powder, white chocolate, powdered milk, salt and cornstarch in a mixing bowl and incorporate evenly.

Working in batches, add the mix to a food processor and pulse until the white chocolate is finely ground.

Store mix in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

Make Hot Chocolate

To make cocoa, mix ⅓ cup of the cocoa mix with 1 cup of hot water or milk.

Top with mini marshmallows.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Sift for Silky Smoothness 🎯
Sift together the cocoa powder, powdered sugar, and cornstarch before mixing to eliminate lumps and ensure a velvety texture when whisked with hot water.
Toast the Cocoa Powder 🔥
Lightly toast the unsweetened cocoa powder in a dry skillet over low heat for 1-2 minutes to deepen its flavor and reduce bitterness for a richer hot chocolate experience.
Chop White Chocolate Finely ✨
Pulse white chocolate chips in a food processor into fine pieces rather than leaving them whole—they'll dissolve more completely and distribute evenly throughout each cup.
Store in Airtight Containers 🏺
Keep your mix in glass mason jars with tight-sealing lids away from moisture and heat to preserve freshness for up to 3 months and prevent clumping from humidity.
Layer Marshmallows Last 🍫
Add mini marshmallows to the dry mix just before gifting or serving, as they absorb moisture over time; store them separately and fold in fresh ones for optimal texture and presentation.