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6 Clever Ways to Use a Packet of Hot Cocoa Mix

A warm cup of Hot Chocolate, on a rustic white-washed timber table top, with a jar of cacao on the side.

Winter and hot cocoa go hand in hand. After all, there’s nothing more warming than a steaming, sweet mug of chocolaty goodness after time spent in the bitter cold.

But did you know there are more ways to use your favorite hot cocoa mix other than simply stirring it with milk? We’ll show you our favorite recipes using hot chocolate mix.

Psst! Have you tried hot cocoa bombs yet?

6 Ways to Use Hot Chocolate Mix

1. Bake Hot Chocolate Cookies

Want the ultimate indulgence after a day of sledding? Try Hot Chocolate Cookies with hot cocoa mix and marshmallow bits baked right into each bite. They taste amazing dunked into—you guessed it!—more hot cocoa.

2. Mix Into a Milkshake

Give a plain ol’ milkshake an extra-sweet twist by adding a packet or two of hot cocoa. We suggest opting for a mix without marshmallows to keep a smooth consistency. But don’t worry—you can always add a few on top! Learn how to make the perfect milkshake.

3. Add to Cupcake Batter

If your little ones have a knack for baking, our Kid-Made Cocoa Cupcakes recipe is a must-try. It features a rich, cocoa flavor and pairs well with almost any type of frosting. (Although we’re pretty partial to a big dollop of whipped cream!)

4. Whip! Whip! Whip!

Have you tried the whipped coffee trend? Take it to the next level by making whipped hot chocolate! You’ll need hot cocoa mix, hot water and heavy cream—plus a strong arm. Beat in a bowl until the mixture is nice and thick, then float on top of milk. Find more whipped drink ideas here.

5. Create a Coffee Shop Copycat

Instead of heading to your local cafe and forking over $5 for a drink, make a fancy beverage at home. This Mocha Mint Coffee combines hot cocoa mix, dulce de leche, sugar, coffee and peppermint chips for an indulgent pick-me-up. Bonus: You just add the ingredients to a slow cooker and it takes care of the rest.

6. Indulge in Hot Cocoa Pancakes

Start your day the right way—with hot cocoa pancakes! Simply add a few packets of mix to your favorite pancake batter and cook on the griddle. Serve with mini marshmallows, of course.

Warm Up With These Hot Chocolate Recipes
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Peppermint White Hot Chocolate

My soothing white hot chocolate is a great warm-up after a wintry day spent sledding or ice skating. Or include it as a festive addition to brunch or an afternoon tea party. —Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon
Favorite Hot Chocolate

Favorite Hot Chocolate

You need just a few basic ingredients to stir up this spirit-warming sipper. It's smooth and not too sweet, making it just right for cozy winter days. —Flo Snodderly, North Vernon, IN
Mexican Hot Chocolate

Mexican Hot Chocolate

This delicious, not-too-sweet Mexican hot chocolate is richly flavored with cocoa and delicately seasoned with spices. The whole-stick cinnamon stirrers come in handy, as the old-fashioned chocolate mixture settles if not stirred before drinking. The blend of cinnamon and chocolate flavors is wonderful! —Kathy Young, Weatherford, Texas
Crackling Hot Cocoa

Crackling Hot Cocoa

This hot chocolate recipe is more than a warm-you-up—it's rich and thick decadence in a mug. —Cyndi Nistico, Palm Island, Florida
Vanilla Almond Hot Cocoa

Vanilla Almond Hot Cocoa

Treat your family to this comforting, homemade cocoa as you decorate the tree or open holiday gifts. Vanilla and almond extracts make it taste even more special. —Vicki Holloway, Joelton, Tennessee
Kahlua Hot Chocolate

Kahlua Hot Chocolate

When we want a cup of hot chocolate, we prefer homemade over store mixes. A splash of Kahlúa adds a touch of fabulous. —Chung-Ah Rhee, Hollywood, California
Hot Cocoa with Almond Milk

Hot Cocoa with Almond Milk

Change up ordinary hot cocoa by stirring some dark baking cocoa into vanilla almond milk. Top it off with berry marshmallow creme or a plain large marshmallow, if you like, and add your favorite pretty sprinkles. —Cindy Reams, Philipsburg, PA
Melting Snowman

Melting Snowman

After an afternoon of sledding, kids will love to warm up with hot chocolate and these special snowman toppers. The snowmen will disappear as they sip and so will the chill on their fingers and toes! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Raspberry Hot Cocoa

Raspberry Hot Cocoa

Garnished with whipped cream, chocolate curls and raspberry-flavored marshmallows, this cool-weather favorite goes from everyday to extra-special. —Andrew McDowell, Lake Villa, Illinois
Peppermint Hot Chocolate

Peppermint Hot Chocolate

More than a hint of cool mint makes this delicious sipper a special switch from traditional hot chocolate. Besides the rich beverage that's quick to fix, a dollop of whipped cream with crushed candy tops each mug lusciously. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Ghostly Hot Cocoa

Ghostly Hot Cocoa

Chocolate pudding mix is the convenient start to this clever cocoa mix. Kids of all ages get a kick out of the marshmallow ghost floating on top. —Ruby Gibson, Newton, North Carolina

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