The BEST Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix Recipe

Name: The Best Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix aka Hot Cocoa Mix
Prep time: 3 min
Total time: 3 min
Ingredients: 250 grams Confectioner sugar; 100 grams Cocoa powder; 65 grams Grated semi sweet chocolate (I use 60%); 2 tbsp Cornstarch; 1 tbsp Spice powder (Optional); 1 cup Milk Powder

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Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix with Real Chocolate Inside

Make delicious mugs of hot chocolate at home with this homemade hot chocolate mix recipe. Made with real grated chocolate in the cocoa mix this is thick, creamy and delicious. Use it as a base for making hot chocolate drinks in winter, frozen chocolate drinks in summer or other cool chocolate drinks.

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One of our family's favorite drinks in winter is, of course, hot chocolate and in summer its frozen chocolate drinks. We like our chocolate drinks thick and creamy. In summer I make a jug of hot chocolate and leave it in the fridge so the kids can have it when it's cold or when they feel the need. Personally, I'd rather they drink some good homemade chocolate drink compared to those frizzy sweet drinks.

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About this hot chocolate mix

We like our hot chocolate thick and creamy so I add real chocolate and just a little cornstarch in the mix. This thickens the hot cocoa making it extra luxurious. Just like you do when you make eggless vanilla pastry cream - not as thick as that but you get the idea.

I love to grate some chocolate for extra dusting and dress the rim sometimes too. It just makes it a little extra special.

As a kid, my mom used more milk powder in her cocoa mix - that way all she did was add water to make the hot chocolate. If you choose to do that use 2 cups of milk powder instead of one in the mix below.

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Cocoa Powder - I use unsweetened dutch processed cocoa powder. It's just regular cocoa powder we use for stand baking, nothing fancy.
Confectioners Sugar - is regular powder sugar that has been processed with cornstarch or potato starch to prevent caking.
Cornflour - this is what helps us achieve that thick luscious creamy and velvety texture. The more cornstarch you add the thicker the hot chocolate will become. I highly recommend you do not add any more than the recommended amount here as you want this to be a pouring hot chocolate consistency, not vanilla pastry cream consistency.
Grated Chocolate - While it's not absolutely necessary and you can avoid it? I highly recommend you don't omit it. Real chocolate had cocoa butter which adds richness, flavor, and sheen to our finished hot chocolate. Having said that we all know that real chocolate has to be good quality chocolate - no less!! A good quality chocolate will shine thru and give you that gorgeous velvet-like texture so I highly recommend using good eating chocolate.
Spices - This can be omitted or switched depending on your preference or season. For example, in fall I love to add pumpkin spice or gingerbread spice. I winter I love to add garam masala (yes garam masala) or cinnamon. I know cinnamon is a very common addition but I highly recommend trying a pinch of garam masala.

Hot Chocolate Mix recipe- Vegan

Milk - For a vegan version of this hot chocolate mix recipe use Almond or Soy-based milk. You can also use coconut milk but take note that coconut milk will also have a coconut flavor.
Personally, I love the combination of coconut and chocolate but I didn't don't so just make sure the person you serve it to appreciates the combination of coconut.

Useful Tips and Tools

Use a mixing Bowl to ensure everything is well combined
A Whisk is better to ensure all the powders are well combined.
I prefer to store mine in a glass Jar but any airtight container will work.
A Sauce Pan on the stovetop works better if you make more than one cup hot chocolate.

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Prepare Hot Chocolate Mix

Grate the chocolate with a fine grater or use a food processor.
Combine all ingredients in a bowl.
Use a whisk to make sure the powders are mix well.
Store it in an airtight container - I prefer to use a glass jar.
This will store in an airtight in the pantry for up to 6 months

For an individual drink

As a guide use 2 tbsp of the chocolate mix for each cup of milk (dairy or almond milk)
Bring the milk to a boil in a saucepan or microwave-safe mug.
Add powder to the milk - stir well to dissolve
Return the mixture back to microwave and heat for 30 seconds more
This activates the cornstarch in the chocolate mix and makes the hot chocolate thick and creamy.
Top with grated chocolate or Marshmallows.

For a big batch of hot chocolate

Warm 4 cups of milk in a saucepan over medium heat.
Let come to a boil
Then add 1/2 cup chocolate mix and stir on low until dissolved.
Continue to stir on low until the hot chocolate becomes thick and creamy.
Remove from heat - adjust consistency - add more milk if it is too thick.
Pour into serving cups with more grated chocolate or marshmallows.

Frequently asked questions

How long with this hot chocolate mix recipe keep?

This hot cocoa mix if stored properly in an airtight container can keep for about 6 months. To keep it longer I highly recommend not adding the milk powder in the mix.

My hot chocolate mix has caked up

It is very important to keep the hot cocoa mix in an airtight container away from moisture. Any moisture from the spoon or humidity from the air, when kept open for long, will cause the powders to cake up.

Can I use this hot chocolate mix for baking? Can I use a hot chocolate mix instead of cocoa powder in a cake?

A hot cocoa mix does have cocoa that can be used for baking but it also has other ingredients like sugar and milk powder. So unless your recipe takes that extra sugar and milk powder into account I would not recommend it.
Also, just cocoa powder will give a more rich chocolate taste to your baked goods than a hot chocolate mix.

Can I add more spice mix to my hot chocolate mix recipe?

Yes, if you want. When it comes to spices it's very subjective. Not everybody appreciates all spices so If you are giving this as a gift I suggest adding just a touch of spice.

What spices work best with a hot chocolate mix?

Cinnamon and pumpkin spice are the classic and most popular spices. Gingerbread spice and garam masala are my favorite spices to add to a hot cocoa mix.

Can I add alcohol to my hot chocolate mix?

Yes, using liquors in hot chocolate is very common and tastes delicious. Try a splash of brandy, some cognac or even Irish whiskey.

Is this hot chocolate better with milk or water?

Milk of course. Milk makes it more rich and creamy. You can use any milk, dairy, almond, soy or coconut milk.

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The Best Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix aka Hot Cocoa Mix

Author: Veena Azmanov

5 from 25 votes

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Prep Time: 3 mins

Total Time: 3 mins

Calories: 87kcal

Adjust Servings Here: 10 Servings

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Make delicious mugs of hot chocolate at home with this homemade hot chocolate mix. Made with real grated chocolate in the cocoa mix this is thick, creamy and delicious. Use it as a base for making hot chocolate drinks in winter as well as frozen chocolate drinks in summer.

ADJUST SERVINGS HERE - 10 Servings

Ingredients

Hot Chocolate Mix

250 grams (1.25 cups) Confectioner sugar
100 grams (1.16 cups) Cocoa powder
65 grams (2.29 oz) Grated semi sweet chocolate I use 60%
2 tbsp (1.04 oz) Cornstarch
1 tbsp (0.52 oz) Spice powder Optional
1 cup Milk Powder

Instructions

PREPARE HOT CHOCOLATE MIX

Grate the chocolate with a fine grater or use a food processor.
Combine all ingredients in a bowl.
Use a whisk to make sure the powders are mix well.
Store it in an airtight container – I prefer to use a glass jar.
This will store in the pantry for up to 2 months

FOR AN INDIVIDUAL DRINK

As a guide use 2 tbsp of the chocolate mix for each cup of milk (dairy or almond milk)
Bring the milk to a boil in a saucepan or microwave-safe mug.
Add powder to the milk – stir well to dissolve
Return the mixture back to microwave and heat for 30 seconds more
This activates the cornstarch in the chocolate mix and makes the hot chocolate thick and creamy.
Top with grated chocolate or Marshmallows.

FOR A BIG BATCH OF HOT CHOCOLATE

Warm 4 cups of milk in a saucepan over medium heat.
Let come to a boil
Then add 1/2 cup chocolate mix and stir on low until dissolved.
Continue to stir on low until the hot chocolate becomes thick and creamy.
Remove from heat – adjust consistency – add more milk if it is too thick.
Pour into serving cups with more grated chocolate or marshmallows.

Equipment

Meas Cups and Spoons

Measuring Spoons

Mason Jars

Spatula

Nutrition Information

Calories: 87kcalCarbohydrates: 17.1gProtein: 2.7gFat: 3.6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 6mgPotassium: 0mgFiber: 4.8gSugar: 3.3gVitamin A: 0IUVitamin C: 0mgCalcium: 0mgIron: 0mg

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