Hot Chocolate Mix in a Jar Recipe! (DIY Gift Idea)

This 3-ingredient homemade Hot Chocolate Mix in a Jar Recipe is so quick and easy to make… and makes the perfect cup of creamy Hot Cocoa!  Stock your pantry so you’re ready when those cocoa cravings hit, and make some extra to give as sweet little Mason Jar Gifts!

Then… be sure to give this French Vanilla Hot Chocolate Mix a try, too!

Hot Chocolate Mix in a Jar Recipe

Nothing beats a warm cup of Hot Chocolate on a chilly day, right?  Well… that’s why this easy Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix in a Jar Recipe makes such a fabulous DIY gift!

Amber writes: "I made my first batch. Why have I never done this!?!?!?! Delicious!!!"

Gifts in a Jar are so easy to make, and SO fun to receive.

Plus your friends and family will LOVE this thoughtful Old Fashioned Hot Chocolate Mix Recipe!  It also make the cutest little hostess gifts to take along to your next party.

What’s more… this homemade 3 ingredient cocoa mix gets bonus points for being so quick and easy to make!

Mix up just 3 dry ingredients and you’re done!

You can even add a fun twist to this homemade gift by making this French Vanilla Hot Cocoa Mix in a Jar instead.

So are you ready to make yours?

You won’t believe how easy it is to make this homemade gift!

Here’s what you need to make this sweet little Hot Chocolate Mix in a Jar gift…

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Hot Chocolate Mix Ingredients

It takes just a few simple ingredients to whip up a batch of the best hot chocolate mix!

Here’s what you’ll need…

• Cocoa Powder
• Sugar
• Salt

How to Make Hot Chocolate Mix

You won’t believe how easy it is to make your own homemade Hot Chocolate Mix without powdered milk.  It’s beyond easy!

Here’s what you’ll do…

1. Add your ingredients to a medium mixing bowl.  
2. Whisk until well combined.
3. Then transfer to an airtight container, mason jar with lid, or if giving as a gift… consider a cute mason jar mug with lid. And don’t forget the chocolate spoons!

See… I told you this was going to be EASY!

Scroll down for the printable recipe card with detailed, step-by-step instructions.

How to Make Chocolate Covered Spoons for Hot Chocolate

If you’re feeling fancy, you can even attach a cute chocolate covered spoon to the jar!

Here’s what you’ll need to make yours…

• 1/2 cup Chocolate Chips (semi-sweet or dark)
• 1/2 cup White Chocolate Baking Chips
• 20 Spoons (you can use Plastic Spoons or Stainless Spoons you pick up for a bargain price at Garage Sales, Thrift Stores, Walmart, etc.)

How to Make Hot Chocolate Spoons to Include With Your Cocoa Mix

You won’t believe how EASY these cute spoons are to make!

Here’s what you’ll do…

First, place a sheet of wax paper on your cookie sheet.

Then melt chocolate in your double boiler, by simmering on your stove, or in the microwave.

If using the microwave method to melt your chocolate, start by microwaving dark chocolate chips for 30 seconds (in microwave safe bowl), then stir. Then… continue to microwave in 10 second increments, stirring each time just until they’re just melted and smooth. (be careful not to overdo it) I usually wait until just a few pieces are left in chocolate chip form, and stir until smooth.

Once it’s creamy and smooth, dip just the lower part of the plastic spoon in the chocolate mixture, then transfer to your wax paper covered cookie sheet.

In a separate bowl, melt the white chocolate chips and stir until creamy. Drizzle over dark chocolate spoons using a Squeeze Bottle with a narrow spout, or you could also use a fork dipped in the melted chocolate and drizzled over.

Place in refrigerator, and let the chocolate set as it cools. (approx. 30 minutes)

Enjoy in your next cup of cocoa or coffee, or give some as a gift! You can wrap the end of the spoons up in a little cellophane or the end of a ziploc bag snipped off and tied with a pretty little bow.

Hot Chocolate Mix in a Jar Reviews

What Your Frugal Friends are Saying About This Hot Chocolate Mix in a Jar…

Stacey writes: “Made this and it was delicious. It was an attractive gift idea.”

Megan writes: “Love this!”

Rebecca writes: “A great gift idea for the holidays. And so easy too!”

Amber writes: “I made my first batch. Why have I never done this!?!?!?! Delicious!!!”

Lisa writes: “Sometimes I add a touch of cinnamon”

Cindy writes: “Great idea! I’m thinking I may make it but put the ingredients in freezer baggies so it won’t be so expensive to ship to my family out of town.  I’m making cookie mixes in a jar and thinking of doing them the same way.”

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So have you tried making this Hot Chocolate Mix in a Jar Recipe yet?

Or do you have another fun DIY Gift Idea?

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