White Hot Chocolate Mix is a powdery mix made with white chocolate, milk powder, sugar, and salt. Add some to a mug of hot milk or hot water to warm you up on a cold day or as a sweet treat to enjoy! Check out my Hot Cocoa Mix, too!
White Hot Chocolate Mix
As you may have noticed, this is not called White Hot Cocoa Mix. The reason is that “hot cocoa” is designated for recipes that use a cocoa foundation. “Hot Chocolate” is technically the term for recipes that use real chocolate in them. Once you try this recipe, you will never reach for the packets at the store. It can be added to hot water, hot milk, or even to your cup of coffee. And, better yet, it will last up to a year when stored properly. It would also make a lovely (and tasty) gift for the holidays!
Ingredients
White Chocolate: For best results, look for high-quality white chocolate like Ghirardelli’s. If you only have white chocolate chips, you would need about 1 cup of chips for 8 ounces of white chocolate.
Powdered Milk: Powdered milk, also known as milk powder or dry (dried) milk, is evaporated milk. It has a much longer shelf life when compared to liquid milk.
Sugar: I used both confectioners’ sugar (powdered or icing sugar) and granulated sugar to make the mix.
Salt: Yes, there is salt in the mix, and it is important. Adding salt actually enhances the sweetness of the powder so do not leave it out.
How Much Does the Mix Make?
This White Hot Chocolate Mix makes about 5 1/2 cups. So, if you are adding about 1/4 cup of the powder to each mug of hot water or hot milk, you could have enough to make about 22 mugs of white hot chocolate. Of course, the amount of powder added to drinks may vary, depending on taste preference.
Confectioners’ Sugar vs. Granulated Sugar: Why This Recipe Needs Both
This white hot chocolate mix calls for 1⅓ cups confectioners’ sugar and 1 cup granulated sugar. Using both isn’t random; it’s about balance.
The confectioners’ sugar dissolves instantly in hot milk or water, creating a smooth, creamy drink without grit. The granulated sugar adds bulk sweetness and a touch of texture before it fully melts, rounding out the flavor and mouthfeel.
If you used only powdered sugar, the mix could turn overly fine, clump more easily, or taste too sweet too quickly. On the other hand, using only granulated sugar might leave a gritty texture or slow dissolution. For best results, stick with both sugars!
How to Serve White Hot Chocolate Mix
Be sure to have this on hand for your Christmas party or on New Year’s Eve! It is delicious when added to a mug of hot water, of course. It also works well in hot milk or even coffee. But, don’t stop there! Add some:
Can I Make White Hot Chocolate In a Crockpot?
Sure! It’s nice to have a warm drink on hand when hosting. To make white hot chocolate in a crockpot or slow cooker, add about 1/4 cup of the mix for every cup of water or milk. Set the crockpot on low; it’s ready to serve when it’s warm.
Can I Make this an Alcoholic Drink?
Of course! It’s easy and delicious to add your favorite spirit to white hot chocolate to spike it. Baileys Irish Cream would be delicious. Bourbon and rum would also be great options. Or, add a splash of RumChata® to your mug. For a peppermint drink that is perfect for the holidays, try it with peppermint schnapps.
How to Store
One nice thing about this mix is that you can make it and it will last up to a year! And, since it is a big batch, that works out perfectly, so you have it on hand when you are craving it. Store the mix in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Keep in mind that the longer it is stored, the more likely it may lose some of its flavor, so try to use it within that timeframe.
White Hot Chocolate Mix {Big Batch}
Ingredients
- 2 bars (4 ounces each) white chocolate, chilled, roughly chopped
- 3 cups (204 g) powdered milk
- 1⅓ cups (167 g) confectioners' sugar
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- hot milk or hot water, for serving
Instructions
- To the bowl of a food processor, add the chopped chocolate. Process until you have small chocolate chunks.
- Add milk powder, confectioners' sugar, granulated sugar, and salt.
- Continue to process until well combined. Store the mix in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a year.
To Serve
- In a large mug, add about ¼ cup of the white hot chocolate mix. Top with 8 ounces of hot milk or hot water, stirring until completely dissolved. Enjoy!
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This recipe is from Cooking with Carlee.
I make something similar using white chocolate powder for the holidays . I also add those round red and white peppermint candies that come in big jugs( not sure exactly what they are called sorry) . I grind them up really fine so they dissolve easily. Adds a nice refreshing kick.
What kind of powder do you use? And what else do you do different?