How to Make the Perfect Hot Chocolate Mix

Get ready for the holiday season by making this tasty treat for friends, family, teachers or Scout leaders.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO MAKE HOT CHOCOLATE MIX

• 1⁄3 cup of each of the following:
  • Powdered creamer
  • Powdered sugar
  • Powdered milk
• 3 tablespoons of each of the following:
  • Crushed peppermints or candy canes
  • Chocolate chips
  • Cocoa powder
  • Marshmallows
• A 16 oz. glass jar with lid

WHAT YOU’LL DO TO MAKE HOT CHOCOLATE MIX

Start with a clean glass jar. Carefully layer the ingredients in the following order:

1. Powdered creamer
2. Cocoa powder
3. Powdered milk
4. Powdered sugar
5. Chocolate chips
6. Crushed peppermints
7. Marshmallows

DON’T FORGET!

Customize your hot chocolate mix with ribbon and an instruction label. Download the label we made.

To Serve:

Remove marshmallows and set them aside. Use a spoon to mix the remaining ingredients.

Fill a mug with 1 cup of boiling water or milk. Add ½ cup of the mix to the boiling water. Stir. Top with marshmallows and enjoy! (Save the rest of the mix for later, or share it with your friends!)

What other awesome homemade gifts do you like to whip up for your family and friends? Drop us a comment below!