Hot Cocoa Mix - Variations

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On a wintry day, hot chocolate is the ultimate comfort-in-a-cup-whether you're still a kid or just a kid at heart. This mix is quick to whip up, and will only set you back about .17 cents a serving.

by internetnut·published 2011-01-22

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Servings

3 1/2 cups, 18 serving(s)

Total time

10 min

prep 10 min

Calories / serving

286 kcal

Ingredients (4)

serves

1 1/2 cups unsweetened cocoa
1 1/4 cups sugarsugar
6 ounces semisweet chocolate, coarsely chopped
1/4 teaspoon saltsalt

Instructions (5 steps)

01In food processor, with knife blade attached, blend cocoa, sugar, chocolate, and salt until almost smooth. Store in tightly sealed container at room temperature up to 6 months.
02To Make: For each serving, in a microwave-safe mug, mix 3 tablespoons Cocoa Mix with 1 cup mil, microwave on HIGH 1 1/2 - 2 minutes or until blended and hot, stirring once. Swirl a dollop of whipped cream on top.
03Mocha Variation: Prepare cocoa mix, adding 1/3 cup instant coffee powder or granules before blending in processor.
04Mexican Spice Variation: Prepare cocoa mix, adding 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon and 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne) before blending in processor.
05Vanilla Variation: Prepare cocoa mix, adding a half of a vanilla bean (pod and seeds) before blending in processor.

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