Save time and money by making your own version of a coffeeshop holiday favorite–this is the BEST copycat Starbucks peppermint hot cocoa mix recipe, and it’s super easy to make from 5 pantry staples!
As it gets cooler out, and closer to the holidays, the last thing I want to do is run out of my warm house to go to Starbucks, and the last thing my wallet wants me to do is spend even more money than I am already spending on presents! {giggle}
The Best copycat starrbucks peppermint hot cocoa mix recipe
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The perfect solution? Whip up a rich and creamy mug (or two!) of this delicious copycat Starbucks pepper mint hot cocoa mix recipe. In the time you would’ve spent running out to a coffeeshop, you can wrap presents as your cocoa simmers, and then treat yourself to a steaming mug of peppermint hot cocoa and a Hallmark Christmas movie!
This Copycat Starbucks Peppermint Hot Cocoa Mix:
- Serves: 10-12
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
Ingredients
- 2 cups instant dry milk
- 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- Peppermint extract (or peppermint syrup)
Optional Add Ins & Toppings
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips, white, milk or semi-sweet
- Mini marshmallows
- Peppermint Whipped Cream
- Regular Whipped Cream
- Holiday Sprinkles
- Mini candy canes or regular sized candy canes make a “sweet” garnish!
Instructions:
Step 1
In a large bowl, sift powdered sugar.
Step 2
Sift instant dry milk on top of powdered sugar.
Step 3
Sift cocoa powder on top.
Step 4
Whisk together.
Step 5
Whisk in granulated sugar until well combined.
Step 6
Store in airtight container or jar for up to 3 months.
Step 7
To make peppermint hot cocoa, add 1/3 cup of mix in a mug, stir in 1 cup warm milk, add peppermint extract (to taste), and toppings of your choice.
How to store homemade hot cocoa mix
Make sure you keep your homemade hot chocolate mix in an airtight container, in a cool area (like the pantry).
How Long Does THis Copycat starbucks peppermint hot cocoa mix last?
Not long in my house–ha!
If stored properly, homemade hot chocolate mix can last up to 3 months.
Homemade copycat starbucks peppermint hot cocoa mix makes a wonderful Holiday gift!
Gift your loved ones with everything they need to make their own steaming mug of peppermint hot cocoa at home this holiday season!
Start with a pretty holiday basket and a mason jar. Fill the mason jar with your homemade peppermint hot cocoa mix. You can also add layers of mini marshmallows, chocolate chips, holiday sprinkles, or crushed candy canes to create an eye-catching pattern!
Write out this copycat Starbucks peppermint hot cocoa mix recipe on a cute holiday-themed recipe card, and then tie it to the jar of hot cocoa with a festive ribbon.
Add cute little jars of mini marshmallows, crushed peppermint candies, candy melts, holiday sprinkles, and mini chocolate chips for fun topping options. You can also add holiday mugs, cookies, a cozy blanket (like this Hallmark Christmas movie-watching blanket!), and a holiday movie!
Prep Time
10 minutes
Total Time
10 minutes
Ingredients
- Ingredients:
- 2 cups instant dry milk
- 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- Peppermint extract (or peppermint syrup)
- Optional Add Ins & Toppings:
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips, white, milk or semi-sweet
- Mini marshmallows
- Peppermint Whipped Cream
- Regular Whipped Cream
- Holiday Sprinkles
- Mini candy canes or regular sized candy canes make a “sweet” garnish!
Instructions
- In a large bowl, sift powdered sugar.
- Sift instant dry milk on top of powdered sugar.
- Sift cocoa powder on top.
- Whisk together.
- Whisk in granulated sugar until well combined.
- Store in airtight container or jar for up to 3 months.
- To make peppermint hot cocoa, add 1/3 cup of mix in a mug, stir in 1 cup warm milk, add peppermint extract (to taste), and toppings of your choice.
Easy & Delicious Hot Cocoa Recipes
Which topping will you choose first for your copycat Starbucks peppermint hot cocoa? It’s peppermint whipped cream, with chocolate shavings, and crushed peppermint candies for me–YUM!
