Joyce’s Homemade Cocoa Mix
📜 Collection: GC | ✍️ Attribution: Joyce | 📂 Category: Beverages A simple, large-batch recipe for a rich and creamy instant hot cocoa mix. This mix from Joyce is perfect for keeping on hand for a quick treat or giving as a gift.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 mins | 0 mins | None | Approx. 10 cups of mix (30-40 servings) |
🔪 Key Equipment
- Very large bowl
- Wire whisk
- Airtight container or jar
Ingredients
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup | Cocoa Powder | Unsweetened |
| 2 cups | Sugar | Granulated |
| 5 ½ cups | Milk | Powdered |
| 1 cup | Creamer | Non-dairy, e.g., Coffeemate |
| 1 ½ tsp | Salt | Fine |
Instructions
Step 1: Combine and Whisk
- In a very large bowl, combine the 1 cup cocoa powder, 2 cups sugar, 5 ½ cups powdered milk, 1 cup non-dairy creamer, and 1 ½ tsp salt.
- Whisk or stir thoroughly until all ingredients are combined and the mixture is uniform in color and free of clumps.
Step 2: Store and Serve
- Store the finished mix in a large, airtight container or glass jar until ready to use.
- To serve, add ¼ to ⅓ cup of the mix to a mug and stir in one cup of boiling water until completely dissolved and smooth.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: Store the dry mix in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months.
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