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My homemade Malted Hot Chocolate mix is easy to make and way better than store-bought! Just stir it into warm milk for a rich, indulgent drink in seconds. It’s the perfect cozy winter treat — and a thoughtful homemade Christmas gift!
Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix
Hot chocolate is my winter favorite, and chocolate malts are my summer go-to — so I created this Malted Hot Chocolate Mix to enjoy year-round! The malt powder adds an extra punch of flavor, making it the perfect blend for any season.
I have made different flavors like Peppermint Hot Chocolate and even Pumpkin Pie Hot Chocolate but they’re best enjoyed fresh. This instant mix; however, is quick to make, lasts for months, and makes a perfect holiday gift. No slow cooker needed — just stir into warm milk for a rich, cozy treat anytime!
Malted Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix Recipe
Equipment
- Kitchen Scale (optional)
- Fine Mesh Sieve
Ingredients
- 2 cups powdered sugar 226 grams
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 84 grams
- 1 cup nonfat dry milk powder 84 grams
- 1½ cups chocolate malted milk powder 210 grams, such as Carnation (SEE NOTE)
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch 6 grams
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt 3 grams
- milk or hot water for serving
Optional Add-Ons
- mini marshmallows
- Pinch cayenne pepper
- Pinch ground cinnamon
- extract vanilla, mint, orange, raspberry, etc.
- liqueur Irish Cream, Frangelico, Kahlua, Amaretto, or your favorite
Instructions
- Sift all ingredients (except the salt) into a large bowl. Add the salt and whisk until thoroughly combined. Transfer to an airtight container and store until ready to use.2 cups powdered sugar, 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 cup nonfat dry milk powder, 1½ cups chocolate malted milk powder, 2 teaspoons cornstarch, 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- To prepare, bring 1 cup of hot water or milk just to a simmer. Pour hot liquid into a mug and mix in ¼ cup hot chocolate mix (or to taste).milk or hot water
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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How to Make Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix Step by Step
Prepare the instant mix: Sift 2 cups of powdered sugar, 1 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 cup nonfat dry milk powder, 1½ cups chocolate malted milk powder, 2 teaspoons cornstarch (except the salt) into a large bowl.
Add 1 teaspoon kosher salt and whisk all ingredients until thoroughly combined. Transfer to an airtight container and store until ready to use.
Make the malted hot chocolate drink: Heat 1 cup of water or milk on the stove. Pour into a mug and stir in 1/4 cup hot chocolate mix.
Top it off with mini marshmallows, add in some flavoring, or even make it an adult hot cocoa with liqueurs. Enjoy!
How to Store
Store the instant mix in an airtight container, and it will keep for up to 6 months. Use it all winter long!
Serving Suggestions
Enjoy a warm cup of cocoa with my easy s’more cookies in the evening or whip up a batch in the morning to go with my bagel breakfast sandwich.
Had to use tapioca flour because we are out of cornstarch, but did the rest as written. Trying my first cup now made with water and it is delicious! I love that it doesn’t taste too sweet like some recipes do, but still has a rich chocolate flavor!
Looks yummy! Have you tried Best Ever Creamy Crockpot Hot Cocoa? I will try to email you the recipe!
Where can I buy the Malted choc powder?
Can’t wait to give this a try! My husband loves malt, so I’m sure he will love this. Thank you :)
Absolute YUM YUM YUM!! I will be making this!! Thank you for sharing!!!
Soph x
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