🔥 1. Classic Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix (Cozy Version)

Make your own rich and creamy hot chocolate base from scratch—store it in a jar and use it all season long!

🥄 Ingredients:

• ¾ to 1 cup granulated sugar (adjust for desired sweetness)

• 4 oz semi-sweet chocolate bar or chips

• 2 oz white chocolate bar or chips

• 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

• ½ cup instant nonfat dry milk

• 1 teaspoon sea salt

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 2 tablespoons cornstarch (for creaminess and thickness when cooked)

🌀 Instructions:

1. Chop the Chocolate: Finely chop both the semi-sweet and white chocolate bars or use chocolate chips.

2. Mix Everything Together: In a large bowl, combine the chopped chocolates, cocoa powder, dry milk, sugar, cornstarch, salt, and vanilla extract (you can also stir in the vanilla later when heating).

3. Blend for a Smooth Mix: Pulse everything in a food processor or blender until the mix is fine and uniform. Store in an airtight container or mason jar.

4. To Prepare a Cup:

   • Add 3 tablespoons of mix to 1 cup of hot milk (or water, but milk is creamier).

   • Heat in a saucepan or microwave until hot, whisking or stirring constantly.

   • Top with marshmallows, whipped cream, or a sprinkle of cinnamon!

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❄️ 2. Frozen Hot Chocolate (Cool Version)

A frosty take on hot chocolate—perfect even when it’s warm outside. Think milkshake meets cocoa!

🥄 Ingredients:

• 1 cup chocolate milk

• 2 packets hot chocolate mix

• 1½ cups crushed ice

• Whipped topping (for garnish)

• Miniature chocolate chips (for garnish)

🌀 Instructions:

1. Blend the Base: In a blender, combine the chocolate milk, hot chocolate mix, and crushed ice. Blend on high until the mixture is thick and slushy.

2. Serve in a Tall Glass: Pour into a large glass or mug.

3. Garnish Generously: Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of mini chocolate chips.

Optional Add-In: A scoop of vanilla ice cream makes it even creamier!

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✨ Tips & Variations:

• Add a pinch of cinnamon, nutmeg, or cayenne for a spicy Mexican twist.

• Drizzle chocolate syrup inside your glass for extra flair.

• For adults: add a splash of Baileys or Kahlua for a boozy version!

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🎉 Perfect For:

• Snowy nights by the fire (hot version)

• Holiday movie marathons

• Cozy brunches

• Summer cocoa cravings (frozen version)