Warm up on a cold day with a steaming cup of rich and creamy hot chocolate made from scratch. This homemade hot chocolate mix is easy to make and can be stored for whenever a chocolate craving strikes. Treat yourself to the ultimate comfort drink!
Ingredients
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 1/2 cups powdered milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional)
- Mini marshmallows (for serving)
- Whipped cream (for serving)
Directions
- In a large bowl, sift together powdered sugar, cocoa powder, powdered milk, salt, cornstarch, and cayenne pepper.
- Store the mix in an airtight container until ready to use.
- To make hot chocolate, heat 1 cup of milk in a saucepan over low heat.
- Add 2 tablespoons of the hot chocolate mix to the milk and whisk until smooth.
- Pour the hot chocolate into a mug and top with mini marshmallows and whipped cream.
- Enjoy your homemade hot chocolate!
Interesting Facts
Adding a pinch of cayenne pepper to hot chocolate can enhance the flavor and give it a slight kick.
Powdered milk in the mix makes the hot chocolate extra creamy without needing to add additional dairy.