Mason Jar Peppermint Hot Cocoa Mix
Surprise friends, teachers and neighbors with this Peppermint Hot Chocolate Mix in a jar for the holidays! Calling for just three ingredients, this pepperminty hot cocoa mix is a great easy DIY gift for sharing this time of year. Simply tie the cocoa's instructions to the jar with a festive ribbon, and this homemade gift is good to go!
Servings 8 oz. mason jar of hot cocoa mix
Calories 27kcal
Ingredients
- 5 tablespoons Dutch processed cocoa powder
- 4 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 5 tablespoons candy cane pieces
Instructions
Make the Hot Cocoa Mix
- Measure the cocoa powder, granulated sugar and candy cane pieces in an 8 oz. mason jar.
- Shake the jar until the ingredients are combined.
- Store in a cool, dark place until all the cocoa mix has been used.
Make a mug of the Hot Cocoa
- Heat 8 oz./1 cup of milk (or non-dairy) milk in the microwave in 20 second bursts until warm.
- Measure 1 tablespoon of the hot cocoa mix into the warm milk.
- Using a spoon, stir until the mix dissolves into the milk.
- Top with marshmallows, garnish with a candy cane and enjoy immediately!
Notes
You may double or triple this recipe to make a larger batch of this hot cocoa mix.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 27kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Sodium: 1mg | Sugar: 5g
