Quick & Easy Peppermint Hot Chocolate Mix + Recipe!

Whipping up your own hot chocolate mix is easier than you think—and it only takes three ingredients!

This recipe keeps things simple while delivering all the cozy, chocolatey goodness you love, with a peppermint twist using our Peppermint Syrup. It’s perfect for enjoying at home or gifting to friends and family during the holidays.

Ingredients

For the Mix:

Note: (makes about 2, 32-oz mason jars or 3-4, 16 oz canning jars) 

• 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
• 1 cup cocoa, special dark 
• 2 cups nonfat dry milk
• Chocolate chips, optional
• Mini marshmallows, optional

Peppermint Hot Chocolate:

• 1/2 - 3/4 cup hot water (about 4-6 oz)
• 1/4 cup of hot chocolate mix
• 2 pumps of Amoretti® Premium Peppermint Syrup
• Crushed candy canes, garnish (optional)
• Mini Marshmallows, garnish (optional)
• Whipped cream (optional)

Directions

The Mix:

1. Over a large bowl, sift the powdered sugar and cocoa powder. 
2. Then, add the nonfat dry milk & stir.
3. Scoop the mix into the respective containers. Optional: top the mix with chocolate chips or marshmallows.

Peppermint Hot Chocolate:

1. Mix 1/4 - 1/2 cup (based on your preference) of dry mix with 1 cup hot water. Stir until combined.
2. Add 1-2 pumps of peppermint syrup.
3. Top with marshmallows, crushed candy canes, and whipped cream.
4. Enjoy!