Ingredients for Hot Cocoa Mix Variations
- Unsweetened Cocoa
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- Semisweet Chocolate
- ½ teaspoon salt
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How to Make Hot Cocoa Mix Variations
- In a food processor fitted with a knife blade, combine 2 cups unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, and ½ teaspoon salt. Blend until almost smooth.
- Store the cocoa mix in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 6 months.
- **To make a serving:** In a microwave-safe mug, whisk together 3 tablespoons of cocoa mix and 1 cup of milk.
- Microwave on high for 1 ½ to 2 minutes, or until hot and well blended, stirring once halfway through.
- Top with a dollop of whipped cream (optional).
- **Mocha Variation:** Before blending, add ⅓ cup instant espresso powder or granules to the cocoa mix.
- **Mexican Spice Variation:** Before blending, add 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon and ¼ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper to the cocoa mix.
- **Vanilla Variation:** Before blending, add the seeds scraped from ½ vanilla bean to the cocoa mix.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
1 g
Sugar
57g
Fat
72g
Carbs
10g
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