A cozy cup of comfort — homemade cocoa mixes perfect for gifting.” ☕🎁

Tips to Elevate It:
Use a mix of 70% and 85% dark chocolate for a more complex flavor. Add a dash of vanilla extract when serving.
4. Dairy-Free Coconut Cocoa Mix
1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup powdered coconut milk (available at Asian or health food stores)
1 cup coconut sugar (or brown sugar)
½ tsp sea salt
½ tsp cinnamon (optional, for warmth)
1 tsp vanilla powder (optional, for flavor)
Instructions:
In a mixing bowl, whisk all ingredients until evenly combined. Store in an airtight jar at room temperature for up to 3 months.
To serve: Mix 3–4 tablespoons of mix with 1 cup of hot water (or warm almond, oat, or more coconut milk for extra creaminess). Stir well. For a frothy café-style cocoa, blend the drink in a blender after mixing.
5. Peppermint Chocolate Powder Mix
Ingredients
1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
½ cup powdered sugar (or sugar substitute for sugar-free)
½ cup powdered milk (or dairy-free powdered milk)
2 Tbsp instant dry creamer (optional, for creaminess)
1 tsp peppermint extract powder (or 1–2 crushed sugar-free peppermint candies)
Pinch of salt
Instructions
In a bowl, whisk all ingredients until evenly combined.
Store in an airtight jar in a cool, dry place.
To Make 1 Cup Hot Mint Cocoa
Heat 1 cup of milk (dairy or non-dairy).
Stir in 3–4 Tbsp of mix until smooth.
Top with whipped cream + chocolate shavings or a peppermint stick.
Optional Variations:
Add mini chocolate chips (or sugar-free ones) for extra richness.
Mix with matcha powder for a minty green tea chocolate fusion.
Turn into a frozen blended drink with ice + milk in a blender.
6. Mocha Cocoa Mix
Ingredients:
1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 cups powdered sugar
1 cup instant coffee granules (or espresso powder for stronger flavor)
2 cups dry milk powder
½ tsp salt
Optional: ½ cup mini chocolate chips or crushed candy cane pieces for texture
Instructions:
In a large bowl, combine all ingredients and mix well.
Store in an airtight jar or container.
To serve: mix 3–4 tbsp of the mix with 1 cup of hot water or milk, stir until smooth, and top with whipped cream or marshmallows.
Flavor Boost Options:
Add 1 tsp cinnamon or ¼ tsp nutmeg for a spiced mocha.
Add ½ tsp vanilla powder or a pinch of sea salt for café-style depth.
Drizzle caramel or chocolate syrup on top before serving.