How to Make Hot Chocolate Mix from Pure Cocoa

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If it's cold outside and you want to feel cozy, hot chocolate is the perfect great winter drink. If you really want to try something new, skip the store-bought mix and try making your own! Read on to learn a few new ways to make your own drinking powder mix from scratch, at home.

Ingredients

Hot Chocolate Microwave Mix

  • Milk
  • Sugar or stevia
  • Cocoa powder
  • Water

Hot Chocolate Boiled Water Mix

  • 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder
  • 4 tsp of sugar
  • 8 oz. of hot (boiling water), or however much is needed
  • 1/4 teaspoon butter/margarine (optional, adds richness)
Method 1
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Hot Chocolate Microwave Mix

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    Most are 10 oz. but some are more 8 ounces and some more than 10.
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    You may want to use more but for the first time, start with one.
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    The next step is what paint chemists call "wetting out the pigment." Stir the sugar, water and cocoa until the cocoa is completely wetted out. You can tell this by the appearance of the surface. If it is reflective, you have wetted out the cocoa. If it is not, you need to stir more and possibly add a few more drops of water.
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    Fill the rest of the mug with milk, up to about 1/2 an inch off the top. The mix will expand about 5% on heating, so don't over-fill.
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    • For an 8 oz cup, heat (on highest setting) for one minute, 45 seconds.
    • For a 10 oz cup, heat 2 minutes, 10 seconds.
    • For the best results, use a double-boiler to steam the milk over the stove.
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    For some reason, the cocoa tends to foam up. Usually this does not happen but, just in case, watch! If it does, open the microwave door and stir. Take out the spoon, close the door, and finish heating.
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Hot Chocolate Boiled Water Mix

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    While you're doing that, you can put the cocoa powder and sugar into the mug.
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    Stir to combine thoroughly.
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    This is optional. Stir in.
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    Enjoy a nice warm cup of your own hot chocolate creation.
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    • Sprinkle with cinnamon or extra cocoa powder over the top if desired.
    • Add marshmallows, whipped cream, and some grated chocolate. If you put too much cocoa powder in, just add more milk.
      • If you're a vegan, purchase vegan marshmallows to add instead.
    • A dollop of whipped cream can also be added if desired.
    • Try adding peppermint extract for a wintry taste.


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    Yes, it just won't be as rich. You could substitute almond or coconut milk.
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      • Mugs
      • Spoon
      • Teaspoon
      • Microwave or kettle (depending on method)
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      The easiest way to make hot chocolate mix is by putting 1 tablespoon of sugar, 1 tsp of cocoa powder, and 2 tsps of water in a mug. Stir the mixture and then fill the mug the rest of the way with milk. Put the mug in the microwave for 2 minutes. To learn how to make hot chocolate mix with boiling water, read on!

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