Peppermint Hot Cocoa Mix Recipe (without Dry Milk)
This peppermint hot cocoa mix is a cozy, homemade alternative to store-bough cocoa mixes. Designed to dissolve smoothly into any kind of milk, it delivers rich chocolate flavor with a refreshing hint of peppermint - perfect for winter sipping or gifting.
Ingredients
- ½ cup white sugar
- ½ tsp peppermint extract, See note
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the white sugar and peppermint extract.½ cup white sugar, ½ tsp peppermint extract
- Mix with a fork until the extract is evenly incorporated into the sugar.
- Add the brown sugar and cocoa powder to the peppermint/sugar mixture.¼ cup brown sugar, ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- Whisk everything together until it’s well combined and no lumps remain.
- Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place until ready to use.
To Make Peppermint Hot Chocolate
- Stir 2 tablespoons of peppermint hot cocoa mix into 8 ounces (1 cup) of hot milk until the sugars are dissolved.
- Top with marshmallows or whipped cream and enjoy!
Notes
Yes, this is a very small amount of peppermint extract, but a little goes a LONG way. Start with this amount. If - after you make a cup of cocoa - you want a stronger peppermint flavor, work a couple additional drops of peppermint extract into the mix until it’s fully incorporated.
Equipment
Serving: 2Tbsp, Calories: 70kcal, Carbohydrates: 18g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 1g, Saturated Fat: 0.3g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.02g, Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g, Sodium: 3mg, Potassium: 73mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 15g, Calcium: 10mg, Iron: 1mg
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