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awesome hot cocoa

(2 ratings)
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Recipe by
Donna Thiemann
@Angelfoodie
Mansfield Tx 76063, TX

I have made this recipe for Christmas gifts many times and I hear back that not only is it great hot chocolate thats rich and thick but it makes an awesome creamer to strong coffee. I sent a batch to work only to have it come back empty. When I questioned my husband as to what happened he said they ate it all!! Can you believe that!! None of this goes to waste in my house or at husbands work!!

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(2 ratings)
prep time 20 Min
cook time 5 Min
method Blend

Ingredients For awesome hot cocoa

  • 4 c
    milk, nonfat, dry
  • 1 1/2 c
    sugar
  • 1 c
    dry coffee creamer (french vanilla or hazelnut)
  • 2/3 c
    unsweetened dutch processed cocoa
  • 1 sm
    pkg chocolate instant pudding mix
  • 1/4 c
    instant coffee powder(optional but good)

How To Make awesome hot cocoa

  • 1
    Measure all of the ingredients into a dry clean bowl.
  • 2
    Use a whisk to stir everything together. If the cocoa clumps up, smash the little balls with a fork.
  • 3
    When everything is evenly distributed, transfer the Hot Cocoa Mix to a clean coffee can, or a sealed canister or measure into 1/2 pint jars with lids for gifts.
  • 4
    Use 2 cups of sugar if you are making this for kids. The extra sweetness makes it especially kid-friendly.
  • 5
    For grown-ups you could add 1/4 cup of instant coffee for a nice mocha flavor.
  • 6
    To Prepare: Put 1/3 cup of Hot Cocoa Mix into a cup or mug. Add boiling water to the top. Stir and serve.
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