Homemade Instant Hot Chocolate Mix

Warm up winter nights with this indulgent *Homemade Instant Hot Chocolate Mix*, a pantry-perfect blend of unsweetened cocoa powder, powdered sugar, dry milk powder, and a pinch of salt for balance. This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 10 minutes, delivering a velvety, rich hot chocolate that’s ready whenever you crave it—just add hot milk or water! For an extra layer of decadence, toss in mini chocolate chips to create a creamier, more luxurious cup. Stored in an airtight container, this mix stays fresh for up to three months, making it an excellent DIY gift or a comforting treat to satisfy those chocolate cravings. Top with marshmallows or whipped cream for the ultimate cozy beverage experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

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Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 20

Ingredients

1 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
2 cups Powdered sugar
1.5 cups Dry milk powder
2 tablespoons Cornstarch
0.25 teaspoons Salt
0.5 cup Mini chocolate chips (optional, for extra richness)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the unsweetened cocoa powder, powdered sugar, dry milk powder, cornstarch, and salt. This ensures all the ingredients are evenly combined and removes any lumps.

Step 2

If using mini chocolate chips, stir them into the mix at this point for an extra creamy texture in the final drink.

Step 3

Transfer the mix into an airtight container or jar for storage. Keep it in a cool, dry place for up to 3 months.

Step 4

To make a cup of hot chocolate: add 3 tablespoons of the mix to a mug. Pour in 1 cup of hot milk or water and stir until fully dissolved and smooth.

Step 5

Top with whipped cream or marshmallows if desired, and enjoy!

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(803.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3056.0

Total Fat 116.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 70.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 181.9mg	0%
Sodium 1331.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 537.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 93.9g	0%
Total Sugars 358.7g
Protein 104.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2078.4mg	0%
Iron 42.9mg	0%
Potassium 6438.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.9%

Protein: 11.6%

Carbs: 59.5%