This Hot Cocoa Mix recipe without powdered milk is a simple combination of cocoa, sweetener, and real chocolate bits for a decadent cup of cocoa! Make your own chocolatey and creamy homemade hot chocolate with three ingredients! With this great recipe, you can enjoy a warm mug of hot cocoa even if you don’t have hot cocoa packets on hand.
WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS RECIPE
- This Hot Cocoa Mix recipe is a fast and simple way to warm up on a cold day this holiday season.
- It requires just three ingredients, takes minutes to mix together, and makes enough to enjoy several cups or share with friends.
- Plus, you can customize the flavor by adjusting the sweetener or adding different types of chocolate chips or chunks.
- You don’t need creamer or dry milk to make this great recipe.
EQUIPMENT NEEDED
You only need to gather a few kitchen tools to help you make this homemade hot cocoa. You won’t regret the dishes after your first sip of this creamy goodness.
- food processor or blender
- measuring cups
- airtight container like a glass jar
INGREDIENTS
You only need three simple ingredients to help you make this tasty recipe. You may already have these ingredients on hand, but if not all of these ingredients are easy to find at your local grocery store.
- Unsweetened cocoa powder
- Sweetener of your choice (granulated sugar, coconut sugar, xylitol, erythritol, monk fruit)
- Semi-sweet chocolate pieces or baking chips (use sugar free chips like Lily’s for low carb option)
HOW TO MAKE THIS HOT COCOA MIX WITHOUT POWDERED MILK
Making this hot cocoa mix is so easy. Once you learn these simple steps you will be sure to have a hot cocoa mix stocked in your cupboard to make homemade cocoa anytime the mood hits.
STEP 1: MAKE THE HOT COCOA MIX
In a food processor or blender, pulse all ingredients until mixed and the semi-sweet chocolate is broken into small pieces.
STEP 2: STORE THE HOT COCOA
Store in airtight containers.
STEP 3: SERVE THE HOT COCOA
In a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk together 1/4 cup 2 1/2 heaping tablespoons of cocoa mix with 3/4 cup of milk of your choice (whole, skim, coconut, almond). Add marshmallows or whipped cream.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS
Hot cocoa can instantly turn a dreary cold day into a comfortable winter wonderland! Enjoy your hot cocoa with these Peppermint Mocha Frozen Whipped Cream.
You also might enjoy making this Hot Chocolate Bomb recipe too.
TIPS
Here are a few tips to make sure that this homemade hot chocolate mix turns out perfectly for you every time that you make it.
- If the hot cocoa mix is too thick, add a little bit more milk.
- For richer hot cocoa use full-fat milk or cream instead of skim or nonfat options.
- You can also substitute different types of chocolate chips for semi-sweet – like white chocolate, dark chocolate, or even sugar-free chips!
- If you add a very small pinch of salt to your cut of hot cocoa it will intensify the chocolate flavor.
- This hot cocoa mix makes the perfect gift. You can add to a jar, with the directions printed out, for a great gift for neighbors and friends.
- Top this recipe with mini marshmallows, whipped cream, crushed candy canes, or even a dusting of powdered sugar for the perfect treat on a chilly day.
HOW TO STORE
Store the cocoa mix in an airtight container or jar for up to two weeks.
When you’re ready for a cup of hot cocoa, just add 3/4 cup of your favorite milk and enjoy!
Hot Cocoa Mix Recipe For Gift Giving
Homemade hot cocoa also makes wonderful holiday gifts for co-workers, teachers or friends.
Give individual servings wrapped in food baggies tucked in a mug or tuck a jar full of the cocoa mix in a gift basket!
I’ve included a printable gift tag with the instructions on how to make a delicious cup of cocoa!
Click here for a printable Hot Cocoa Gift Tag Instruction: Hot Cocoa Mix Tags – The Foodie Affair Enjoy!
FAQS
Do you have questions about this hot chocolate recipe? Here are the answers to the most commonly asked questions about this easy recipe.
Yes, you can use any type of sweetener that you prefer. Granulated sugar, coconut sugar, xylitol, erythritol, or monk fruit are all great options.
Store the cocoa mix in an airtight container or jar for up to two weeks.
It’s really better to use milk, though technically you can use water, it just won’t be as rich.
OTHER DELICIOUS RECIPES YOU MAY ENJOY
- Chocolate Drizzled Popcorn
- White Chocolate Peppermint Fudge
- Chocolate Chip Peppermint Cookies
- Irish Cream Hot Cocoa
Hot Cocoa Mix Recipe
Make your own chocolatey and creamy homemade hot chocolate with three ingredients! Scoop this homemade cocoa mix into a mug with warm milk. Looking for a fun diy gift idea? Homemade cocoa is perfect!
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup sweetener of your choice (granulated sugar, coconut sugar, xylitol)
- 8 ounce semi-sweet chocolate
Instructions
Notes
Add a pinch of salt to your prepared hot cocoa. The salt intensifies the chocolate flavor.
Recipe from Real Simple
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 18 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 111Total Fat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 1mgCarbohydrates: 16gFiber: 3gSugar: 8gProtein: 3g
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REAL hot chocolate!! I never in a million years would have thought to make it like that – this is brilliant!! Oh my gosh, I want to make this right now! It’s afternoon tea time here!
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What a fantastic gift idea! Forgive me for not feeling sorry for you California whimps! We’ve already had arctic temps and measurable snow this year, and it’s not even officially winter yet! haha I’ll be needing some of this hot cocoa! haha
Sandra Shaffer
haha! I KNOW…I’m terrible when it comes to cold weather! If it’s any consolation, I did live in Germany for two years and I basically froze all those months 🙂
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What a fantastic gift idea!! We love hot chocolate, but living in FL we only have a reason to enjoy it a couple days a year. We try to get our fill whenever the cold rolls in 🙂
Sandra Shaffer
Well, I think it’s time to pay California a visit! Hot cocoa will be ready 🙂
Rachael
What a nice looking cup of cocoa, and I love how simple it is! I too am a wimp in the cold, and yet I live in Utah. ahh
Sandra Shaffer
Oh, I feel for you, but I know you know how to bundle up! We lived in Hawaii and then went to Germany. Talk about drastic!
Mary Ellen
Love this recipe! I like the way you packaged it for gift giving too.
Sandra Shaffer
Thank you, Mary Ellen! I love making gifts look pretty 🙂 and these pecans didn’t need much help!
Sarah
I love the way you packaged this cocoa in that cute mug. What a cute gift idea!
Sandra Shaffer
Thanks, Sarah! It’s so fun to give gifts that you would want to receive yourself 🙂
Michele @ Flavor Mosaic
This is an excellent gift.
Sandra Shaffer
Thank you, Michele! Everyone could use a hot cup of cocoa, right?!!
Sheena @ Hot Eats and Cool Reads
Love this recipe! Great hot cocoa and super cute gift! 🙂
Sandra Shaffer
It’s so simple, Sheena! Fun for the kids to put together too!
Jen
I love that I can make hot chocolate at home and what a simple and delicious party idea!
Sandra Shaffer
It would be fun to set up a cocoa bar with toppings and lots of whipped cream, of course!
Sammie
This hot cocoa is just perfect for the cold weather! Must be freezing there in North America now! Hope you had a great Thanksgiving weekend Sandra!! 🙂