Candy Cane Hot Cocoa Mix Gift
Turn the holiday season into a celebration of warmth and sweetness with this delightful Candy Cane Hot Cocoa Mix Gift! This quick, no-cook recipe combines rich unsweetened cocoa powder, creamy milk powder, and powdered sugar for the perfect chocolatey base, while crushed candy canes and mini chocolate chips add festive flavor and texture. Packaged beautifully in jars and topped with optional mini marshmallows, this homemade hot cocoa mix makes an ideal DIY Christmas gift for friends, family, or teachers. With just 15 minutes of prep, this recipe is a fun and thoughtful way to spread holiday cheer—just pair it with a festive ribbon and instructions for a warm, cozy treat! Perfect for gifting or enjoying yourself, this hot cocoa mix is the ultimate expression of seasonal comfort and indulgence.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 2 cups Dry milk powder
- 1 cup Mini chocolate chips
- 1 cup Crushed candy canes
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract powder (optional)
- 0.5 cup Mini marshmallows (optional, for topping)
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the unsweetened cocoa powder, powdered sugar, dry milk powder, and salt. Stir thoroughly to ensure the mixture is evenly blended.
Step 2
Add the mini chocolate chips and crushed candy canes to the mixture. If using vanilla extract powder, stir it in at this point.
Step 3
Carefully spoon the mixture into jars or airtight containers, leaving room at the top for optional mini marshmallows if desired.
Step 4
Optional: Add a layer of mini marshmallows on top of the cocoa mix before sealing the jar.
Step 5
Seal the jars tightly and decorate them with festive ribbons, tags, or candy canes for a personalized holiday gift touch.
Step 6
For instructions on how to use the mix, include a tag with the following text: 'To prepare: Mix 3 tablespoons of hot cocoa mix into 1 cup of hot milk or water. Stir until dissolved and enjoy!'
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (991.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3813.3 |
| Total Fat 123.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 75.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 242.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2164.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 698.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 91.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 520.3g | |
| Protein 119.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2623.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 42.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 6950.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories