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Mint Cocoa Mix

Name: Mint Cocoa Mix
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 53 servings (17-2/3 cups hot cocoa mix).
Ingredients: 7-1/2 cups instant chocolate drink mix; 1 package (25.6 ounces) nonfat dry milk powder; 2-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar; 1 cup powdered nondairy creamer; 25 peppermint candies, crushed; Miniature marshmallows; EACH SERVING:; 1 cup hot whole milk

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Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 5 min.

Makes

53 servings (17-2/3 cups hot cocoa mix)

Updated: Oct. 03, 2022

I've made this beverage mix many times as Christmas gifts for neighbors and our three sons' teachers. The mint flavor makes the warm drink so refreshing, you'll want to make extra to keep around your house, too. — LaVonne Hegland, Saint Michael, Minnesota

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Ingredients

7-1/2 cups instant chocolate drink mix
1 package (25.6 ounces) nonfat dry milk powder
2-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 cup powdered nondairy creamer
25 peppermint candies, crushed
Miniature marshmallows
EACH SERVING:
1 cup hot whole milk

Directions

Combine the first five ingredients. Divide into gift bags or place in an airtight container, adding miniature marshmallows as desired. Mix may be stored in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months.
To prepare hot cocoa: Place 1/3 cup cocoa mix in a mug. Stir in hot milk until blended. Add as many marshmallows as desired.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup prepared mint cocoa: 296 calories, 9g fat (6g saturated fat), 36mg cholesterol, 228mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (38g sugars, 1g fiber), 14g protein.

Mint Cocoa Mix

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