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Hot Cocoa Mix
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- 4 cups instant nonfat dry milk powder
- 1-1/2 to 2 cups sugar
- 1 cup powdered non-dairy creamer (coffee lightener like Creamora)
- 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa
- 1 package of instant store-bought chocolate OR vanilla pudding mix (optional, but very good)
Measure all of the ingredients into a dry clean bowl. Use a whisk to sort of stir everything together. If the cocoa clumps up, smash the little balls with a fork. When everything is evenly distributed, transfer the Hot Cocoa Mix to a clean coffee can, or a sealed canister. Use 2 cups of sugar if you are making this for kids. The extra sweetness makes it especially kid-friendly. For grown-ups you could add 1/4 cup of instant coffee for a nice mocha flavor.
To Prepare: Spoon 1/3 cup of the hot cocoa mix into a cup or mug. Add boiling water to the top, stir and serve.
This stuff tastes really, really good. It is great for cold weather when you’ve been out sledding or picking apples. If you go camping, bring along a big bag of this stuff. It tastes best when sipped from inside a sleeping bag on a cool October morning, in the middle of the woods. Life just doesn’t get any better than this. 
To hot for hot cocoa? How about some homemade ice tea instead. I’m sure your family will enjoy this frugal beverage as much as mine does.
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August 15th, 2009 at 8:39 am
I make this with equal amounts of Splenda instead of sugar and it is wonderful.
December 21st, 2009 at 4:47 pm
Could you please specify what size package of instant pudding to use? Thanks!
December 22nd, 2009 at 3:21 pm
Use the small box of instant pudding, Jen. It’s really just for a touch of flavor and smoothness.
January 13th, 2010 at 7:27 am
This recipe is Awesome! Just as good; if not better then any store bought and a lot cheaper to make then buy! I use French Vanilla Flavored creamer and it gives it a marshmallow kick. My kids love it and request it often. Thanks So Much!
January 13th, 2010 at 11:09 am
Are the non-dairy creamers high in saturated fat or trans fat? Is there a substitute for that? I would love a homemade hot cocoa recipe using cocoa and powdered milk. I haven’t found one yet.