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You can make Swiss Miss Hot Cocoa Mix at home and save money. You may even want to put this in a pretty jar and give it for a gift.

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You were one lucky kid if you grew up with the kind of mother who would greet you at the door with a steaming cup of hot cocoa after a long day of sledding and snowball fights. While it’s probably a long time since your mother clipped your mittens to your coat sleeves, it doesn’t mean the days of warming your bones with a delicious cup of hot cocoa have to be over.

This recipe recreates the classic taste ofSwiss Miss Hot Cocoa Mixfor a fraction of the cost of any store-bought mix out there. All you need are three ingredients and a few seconds to stir together with a winter’s worth of warmth. Save it for yourself and your family, or give as a thoughtful holiday gift.

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So Much Better Than the Stuff in the Pouches

Not only is making your hot cocoa mix at home cheaper than the commercial products, but you also get the chance to make it the way you like it. Try some of these add-ins to make your mix special.

  • Add a 1/2 teaspoon of instant espresso powder per serving for an additional caffeine kick.
  • Add a 1/8 teaspoon of cayenne pepper things spicy. Chili peppers go surprisingly well with chocolate.
  • A sprinkling of fresh nutmeg and cinnamon (and perhaps a splash of rum) transforms hot cocoa into a holiday-worthy drink.
  • Finely crush half a peppermint candy and mix with each serving of hot cocoa for some serious Christmas cheer.

The Difference Between Hot Cocoa and Hot Chocolate

It is essential to know that this recipe is not for the besthot chocolate mixbut is for the best hot cocoa mix. Many people use the terms “hot chocolate” and “hot cocoa” interchangeably, but there is a difference. So. what is it?

You make hot cocoa with cocoa powder, milk, and sugar. It is thinner in consistency than hot chocolate and has significantly fewer calories. On the other hand, hot chocolate contains finely chopped chocolate melted in hot milk and then thinned out slightly with a splash of heavy cream. Loaded with fat and exceedingly thick, most folks drink real hot chocolate from small, espresso-sized cups. Authentic hot chocolate is pretty rare in the US, although it is popular in Europe and Central and South America.

If you want to try making your own hot chocolate, you don’t need ahomemadehot chocolate mix. Just heat a cup and a half of whole milk in a small saucepan until warm. Add 8 ounces of chopped dark chocolate and continuously stir until the chocolate melts. Turn off the heat and stir in a half cup of heavy cream and serve immediately in small cups.

Tips For Serving and Storing HomemadeSwiss Miss Hot Cocoa Mix

  • Everyone loves whipped cream and marshmallows.Homemade whipped creamandhomemade marshmallowsare even better!
  • Add caramel flavor.Dissolve a soft caramel chew in your hot cocoa for a delightful taste.
  • Keep your mix dry.Store your hot cocoa mix in a glass jar or sealed plastic bag in the cupboard away from the light and moisture.

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Swiss Miss Ingredients

What you need to make hot chocolate mix:

  • Powdered Milk
  • Sugar
  • Cocoa Powder
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How to Make Swiss Miss Hot Cocoa Mix

  1. Sift all ingredients together three times.
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  2. Store this mixture in a tightly sealed container in a cool place.
  3. When ready to use, you can add a couple of heaping tablespoons to hot water.
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Love chocolate? Try these recipes:

  • Mrs Fields Cookie Recipe
  • Triple Chocolate Meltdown
  • Chocolate Syrup Recipe
  • Chocolate Fondue Recipe
  • Chocolate Ice Cream Recipe
  • Easy Chocolate Pie
  • Chocolate Pecan Pie
  • Chocolate Crinkle Cookies
  • Chocolate Covered Truffles
  • Chocolate Melting Cake

More Hot Chocolate Recipes

  • Dunkin Donuts Hot Chocolate – Salted Caramel
  • Snickerdoodle Hot Chocolate
  • Frozen Hot Chocolate

Be sure to check out more of my DIY recipes and easy drink recipes.

Swiss Miss Hot Cocoa Mix

Make your own Swiss Miss Hot Chocolate Mix at home.

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Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes minutes

Servings: 40

Calories: 79kcal

Author: Stephanie Manley

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces powdered milk
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3/4 cup cocoa

Instructions

  • Sift all ingredients together three times. Store this mixture in a tightly sealed container in a cool place. When ready to use, you can add a couple of heaping tablespoons to hot water.

Nutrition

Calories: 79kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 42mg | Potassium: 175mg | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 105IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 105mg | Iron: 0.3mg

About Stephanie Manley

I recreate your favorite restaurant recipes, so you can prepare these dishes at home. I help you cook dinner, and serve up dishes you know your family will love. You can find most of the ingredients for all of the recipes in your local grocery store.

Stephanie is the author of CopyKat.com's Dining Out in the Home, and CopyKat.com's Dining Out in the Home 2.

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  1. Gwen

    I used hershey cocoa powder, powdered milk, and granulated sugar. It tastes fine for a dark hot chocolate but if you want something sweeter like the swiss miss milk chocolate hot cocoa packet, I think it needs more sugar.

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  2. Unclassified Jerk

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    This is so cool! Tastes EXACTLY like the real thing (assuming you do it right) and even better! Drank with a BUNCH of whipped cream, chocolate sauce, and marshmallows!

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  3. Betty Parker

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    This recipe has been around since the 80’s, I found it in a school cookbook, but I added mini marshmallows and coffee mate to the mix, and it made around 60 servings, kids loved it! Just make sure you put it in a air tight container.

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  4. Gabriela

    How many tablespoons of the mix should I add to a cup of water? Thanks

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  5. Drew Carrell

    Does this use granulated sugar or powdered sugar?

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    • Angela

      Granulated sugar

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  6. Bill Wielenbeck

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    I’ve used this recipe several times, make sure you use Nestle’s Tollhouse cocoa powder and not Hersey’s, Herseys came out horrible, the bottom third of your mug turns out gritty and clumpy, not very good, Nestle’s always turns out great, (I haven’t used store brands yet to say either way)

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    • Stephanie

      thanks for letting me know what brands worked out well. I often pick up Hersheys, next time I will pick up Nestle.

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  7. Heidimarie

    This recipe was great, thank you so much. I also added non dairy creamer powder to it and a bit more sugar to take away the bitter taste from cocoa powder. We also tricramered it just using non dairy creamer instead of the non fat dry milk. Tasted great also.

    Any copy cat recipes for “sugar free swiss miss cocoa”?

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    • Tasha

      What is tricramared?

      Reply

  8. Liz Nelson

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    This turned out so good! And it was cheep to make!

    Reply

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FAQs

How to enhance Swiss Miss hot chocolate? ›

Other Ways to Upgrade Your Hot Chocolate:
  1. caramel.
  2. a scoop of ice cream.
  3. cinnamon, nutmeg or vanilla extract.
  4. orange zest.
  5. a tablespoon of fresh-brewed espresso or coffee.
  6. peppermint stick.
  7. dark, milk, or white chocolate shavings.
  8. coconut or almond milk (use in place of regular milk)
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How do you spruce up hot chocolate mix? ›

A quick and easy way to add flavor to your hot chocolate is by adding a splash of your favorite extract. Coconut and almond extracts lend hot chocolate an Almond Joy-like taste, while vanilla adds dimension to the chocolate flavor. Peppermint extract instantly gives the drink a holiday flair.

Can you use milk instead of water with Swiss Miss hot chocolate? ›

Interestingly, regardless of the type of liquid used, the Swiss Miss flavor came through nice and strong, even with the milk. The presence of milk didn't hinder the hot chocolate in any way, nor did it significantly amplify the flavor.

What is the ratio of Swiss Miss hot chocolate to water? ›

If you follow the directions you would need 3 cups of Swiss Miss to make 1 gallon of hot chocolate. That's 3 tablespoons of mix per 8 ounces of water.

How to use Swiss Miss hot chocolate mix? ›

Dispense just the right amount of milk chocolate flavor cocoa mix powder--about 3 tablespoons for a single serving--in a mug. Add hot water or milk for a more decadent taste, then stir, sip, and savor. Available Sizes: 21.59 oz, 37.18 oz.

Is Swiss Miss hot chocolate better with water or milk? ›

Interestingly, regardless of the type of liquid used, the Swiss Miss flavor came through nice and strong, even with the milk. The presence of milk didn't hinder the hot chocolate in any way, nor did it significantly amplify the flavor.

How do you make boxed hot chocolate taste better? ›

Use hot milk instead of hot water and perhaps more of the chocolate mix. Instead of water use milk… preferably whole milk and not 2% or 1% and definetly not skim milk. and an FYI- also makes your morning Farina and Oatmeal much creamier.

How do you make instant hot chocolate nicer? ›

Peanut Butter: If you're crazy for peanut butter , take a tablespoon or two and mix it into your cocoa. Just be sure to mix really well until it melts. Habanero Pepper or a Shot of Hot Sauce: Got a hankering for something hot and spicy? A dash of your favorite hot sauce kicks a hot chocolate into high gear.

What is the secret ingredient in gourmet hot chocolate? ›

The secret ingredient commonly used in gourmet hot chocolate is often high-quality, finely ground chocolate. This can be in the form of cocoa powder or finely chopped chocolate, adding a rich and intense flavor to the drink.

What is the difference between hot chocolate and hot cocoa? ›

Hot Chocolate is made using solid chocolate melted in warm milk or cream. Hot Cocoa, however, is made from a powdered base of cocoa with added sugar and dissolved in hot water or hot milk.

Will Swiss Miss dissolve in cold milk? ›

Also note. Swiss Miss does not mix with cold liquid. If you do it will make a mess.

Does hot chocolate help you sleep? ›

Drinking hot chocolate milk at night can potentially help improve sleep quality, thanks to the soothing psychological effects of consuming a warm drink and the tryptophan content in cocoa. Plus, milk contains calcium and vitamin D, nutrients important for overall health, including the regulation of sleep.

How to add milk to Swiss Miss hot chocolate? ›

Whip up a cup or two by emptying cocoa mix into a mug and adding hot water or milk for a more decadent taste, then stir, sip, and savor.

How much caffeine is in Swiss Miss hot cocoa mix? ›

Take Swiss Miss, for example. One packet of their standard hot chocolate mix makes one 6-ounce cup of hot chocolate and contains 5 mg of caffeine .

Why do some people make hot chocolate with water? ›

However, some people may find that using too much milk makes the drink overly thick or heavy. Additionally, if you're lactose intolerant or vegan then this isn't an option for you. Using water instead of milk will make your hot chocolate less rich but still flavorful.

What makes Swiss chocolate better? ›

Swiss chocolate contains more milk than most chocolate, offering a distinctly smooth and creamy flavour and texture you won't find elsewhere. It also tends to contain a lower cocoa content and higher levels of sugar, allowing for a luxurious “melt on the tongue” experience.

How do you make bad hot chocolate taste better? ›

Sugar, creamer powder, spices (possibly brought from home), whatever pleases you - and some of which might already be present for doctoring coffee. Any of these options should add some flavor, changing the taste but perhaps not badly.

Can you mix Swiss Miss with cold milk? ›

Swiss Miss does not mix with cold liquid. If you do it will make a mess.

What adds extra heat to hot chocolate? ›

Add a small amount of jalapeno (habanero or cayenne if you're brave) to your next cup of hot cocoa for a little heat and bite. Just make sure to go easy on the pepper: the heat of the hot cocoa will warm the spice, making it a little hotter than you might expect.

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