Texas Hot Chocolate Mix
Big, bold cocoa with a whisper of cinnamon and Texas-style warmth, this hot chocolate is rich, cozy, and anything but boring. It’s pantry-friendly, gift-ready, and perfect for anyone who believes comfort drinks should come with a little kick.
Equipment
Ingredients
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup cocoa powder natural or Dutch-process
- ¼ cup powdered milk
- 2 tablespoons powdered coffee creamer for richness
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon chili powder Texas warmth, not heat — adjust if you’re brave
- ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional but authentic
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon vanilla powder or leave for liquid vanilla at serving
Instructions
🧂 How to Assemble (Layered & Pretty)
- Add sugar first (base layer).
- Spoon cocoa powder carefully on top.
- Add powdered milk and creamer.
- Sprinkle cinnamon, chili powder, cayenne, salt, and vanilla powder.
- Seal tightly and give the jar a gentle shake before gifting or storing.
☕ How to Make (Per Mug)
- Heat 1 cup milk (or water, but milk is Texas-approved).
- Whisk in 2–3 tablespoons mix.
- Simmer gently until smooth and steamy.
- Taste. Add more mix if you like it bold.
Notes
✨ Optional “Texas-Style” Add-Ons
Mini marshmallows (because balance)
Whipped cream + cinnamon dusting
Chocolate shavings
A cinnamon stick stirrer
Tiny pinch extra chili for grown-up mugs
📦 Shelf Life
6–9 months
Store cool, dry, and away from heat (aka not above the stove 😉)