The Coziest Homemade Hot Chocolate Powder (Made in 5 Minutes!)

There is truly nothing better than having a jar of homemade hot chocolate mix ready to go—especially in December when we’re all living in loungewear, juggling holiday chaos, and craving something warm and sweet at 3pm. This mix is rich, velvety, not too sweet, and made with real ingredients you can feel good about.

It also makes the cutest holiday gift—just scoop it into a mason jar or little baggie, tuck it into a festive mug, and add a ribbon. It’s simple, thoughtful, and genuinely something everyone will actually use (and love).

I love this recipe because it’s easy, customizable, and makes the perfect little gift jar for teachers, neighbors, or your fellow hot-cocoa lovers. It also stores beautifully in your pantry for months, so you always have a cozy drink ready when the craving hits. The optional coconut milk powder is my favorite part—it makes every mug so creamy without needing to add extra milk.

Once you make this at home, I promise you’ll never go back to the store-bought packets again.

Don’t forget to use your favorite chunky mug like mine – makes it taste even better, hehe!

Homemade Hot Chocolate Powder

Ingredients

Hot Chocolate Powder:
• 1 cup organic cacao powder
• 1 cup coconut sugar
• 1 cup dark chocolate chips
• 2 tablespoons arrowroot powder
• 2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• Optional: 1/2 cup coconut milk powder (extra creaminess)

Instructions

1. Add all powdered ingredients to a food processor. Pulse until everything is fine, smooth, and resembles a powder.

2. Store in an airtight container for 2–3 months.

To Make One Mug of Hot Chocolate

1. Warm 1 cup milk of choice in a small pot over medium heat.

2. Add 3–4 tablespoons of your homemade hot chocolate mix.

3. Whisk for about 5 minutes, until the milk is steaming and everything is dissolved.

4. Optional: Stir in 1 scoop collagen for extra protein.

5. Top with homemade marshmallows or coconut whipped cream. Serve immediately.

Why You’ll Love This Hot Chocolate Mix

• Made with real, simple ingredients—no fillers or weird additives.
• Rich, deep chocolate flavor thanks to cacao + chocolate chips.
• Stores for months, making it perfect for holiday gifting.
• Customizable sweetness and creaminess.
• Truly tastes better than store-bought hot chocolate packets.

If you make this, tag @WhatRobinEats on Instagram so I can see your cozy hot chocolate moments! I love sharing your creations and seeing how you top yours—marshmallows, whipped cream, candy canes… you know I fully support all the festive energy.