Best 3 Home Made Hot Chocolate Traditional Organic Hot Cocoa Mix Recipes

Indulge in the comforting warmth of our traditional hot chocolate, a timeless classic that brings families and friends together. This homemade hot cocoa mix is crafted with organic ingredients, ensuring a rich and decadent taste that will delight your senses.

Our hot chocolate recipe collection features variations to suit every palate, from the classic dark chocolate to the creamy white chocolate and even a decadent vegan option. Whether you prefer a simple cup of hot chocolate or one adorned with whipped cream and chocolate shavings, our recipes have you covered.

In this article, you'll find step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to guide you in creating the perfect hot chocolate experience. Discover the secrets to achieving the ideal balance of sweetness, richness, and creaminess, ensuring every sip is a moment of pure bliss.

So, gather your loved ones, select your favorite recipe, and embark on a journey of taste and warmth. Let our homemade hot chocolate recipes transport you to a world of cozy contentment and sweet indulgence.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

HOMEMADE HOT CHOCOLATE

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Hot-chocolate mix is a wintertime staple. A homemade version is delicious and natural-containing only cocoa, sugar, and salt-and especially economical compared with store-bought mixes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Drink Recipes

Yield Makes 5 3/4 cups dry mix or 92 eight-ounce servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

3 1/2 cups sugar
2 1/4 cups cocoa
1 tablespoon table salt
Whole milk for serving

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine sugar, cocoa, and salt, and whisk to combine well. Store the mixture in an airtight container.
For individual servings, pour 1 cup whole milk into a microwave-safe mug, and microwave on high just until hot. Add 2 tablespoons of cocoa mix, and stir to dissolve. For a larger batch of cocoa, warm the milk in a saucepan set over medium-low heat, taking care not to let the milk boil; as it warms, stir in 2 tablespoons of mix for each cup of milk.

HOMEMADE HOT COCOA

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This homemade hot chocolate recipe will make people think you fussed but it is so simple. -Hershey Food Corporation, Cheryl Reitz, Hershey, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 5 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup baking cocoa
Dash salt
1/3 cup hot water
4 cups milk
3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Miniature marshmallows, sweetened whipped cream or cinnamon sticks, optional

Steps:

In a saucepan, combine sugar, cocoa and salt. Add water; bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes. Stir in milk; heat to serving temperature (do not boil). Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. Whisk until frothy. If desired, garnish with marshmallows, cream or cinnamon sticks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 125mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

HOME MADE HOT CHOCOLATE-TRADITIONAL ORGANIC HOT COCOA MIX

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Categories Chocolate

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

For Vanilla Sugar
2 cups prganic unbleached raw cane sugar(such as Florida Crystals or Sucanat)
1 whole vanilla bean, cut up into small pieces
For Traditional Organic Hot Cocoa Mix
1 cup organic dry powdered milk
1/4 cup good quality organic cocoa powder
1/2 cup vanilla sugar
Pinch of sea salt

Steps:

For Vanilla Sugar Combine the sugar with the vanilla bean in a food processor or a blender. Process until the vanilla bean is completely minced. Strain sugar into a container with a tight fitting lid. Store in a cool dry place. For Traditional Organic Hot Cocoa Mix Mix all ingredients together and store in an airtight container. To make hot cocoa, stir one cup boiling water into 1/4 cup mix.

Tips:

Use high-quality cocoa powder: The quality of the cocoa powder you use will greatly impact the flavor of your hot chocolate. Look for cocoa powder that is labeled "unsweetened" and has a high percentage of cocoa solids (70% or higher).
Don't overheat the milk: Overheating the milk can cause it to scorch and develop a burnt flavor. Heat the milk just until it is steaming, but not boiling.
Add flavorings to taste: You can customize the flavor of your hot chocolate by adding various flavorings, such as vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, or peppermint extract.
Top with whipped cream or marshmallows: For a truly decadent treat, top your hot chocolate with whipped cream or marshmallows.

Conclusion:

This homemade hot chocolate recipe is a delicious and easy way to warm up on a cold day. Made with just a few simple ingredients, this hot chocolate is rich, creamy, and chocolatey. You can customize the flavor of your hot chocolate by adding various flavorings, such as vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, or peppermint extract. Top with whipped cream or marshmallows for a truly decadent treat.