48 Reviews of Mom's Hot Chocolate Mix

From: s c

On Jan 1, 2006

I have been using a similiar recipe for years. I run my mix through the blender to make a smoother mix. This will distribute the ingredients more evenly. Over the years the sizes (amount in container) of the ingredients have become smaller, so I use the nearest to the required size. I sometimes add rasberry Kool Ade to my personal mix, to make a "gourmet" treat.

From: Divinemom5

On Mar 1, 2002

I made this last night,and of all the hot chocolate mixes I have made(and there have been alot!)This one is the best.It is more chocolatey(is that a word?)than the others.It also seems to dissolve better in the hot water.I will make this one from now on.

From: Lysa

On Nov 25, 2006

One 25.6 oz box of powdered milk is just over 10 cups, for anybody who might be interested- I had two boxes so I did go with the full 11 cups. I used a 30 oz container of Nestle Quick, my cocoa powder was Hersheys Special Dark and I used a large box of Chocolate Fudge pudding (the recipe didn't specify what size box). This wonderful, rich and VERY chocolately! A whole batch makes A LOT of mix... I guess I knew it would but seeing it all put together was a shocking- and I processing in the blender seemed to take forever- but is well worth it. I plan on giving some away in holiday goody baskets.

From: truebrit

On Dec 28, 2004

This is absolutely the BEST!!! Super-rich and chocolatey, and it dissolves so easily when mixed with hot water! (Unlike many of the mixes I've made!) I incorporated 4 cups of mini marshmallows into the mix, and poured the mix into clear glass canisters for gifts. (The canisters have a winter design.) This makes a huge amount, and can easily be halved if necessary. If making the amount in the recipe, I would suggest using either one REALLY big bowl, or divide the ingredients into two large bowls. Alternatively, a kitchen garbage bag can be used. (Make sure you tie it tightly, then shake till thoroughly combined.) This recipe is a hot chocolate lover's dream; smooth, creamy, delicious! I'm tossing out all my other hot chocolate recipes, and I won't be bothering with the store-bought from now on. Many thanks for sharing, Caryn!

From: Connie K

On Dec 10, 2005

As others have said, this is a very creamy and smooth hot chocolate. It dissolves completely and instantly! However, I think I need more cocoa and more sugar for my tastes. It was creamy and rich, but not 'chocolate-y' enough for us.

From: LindaN

On Dec 23, 2004

This was wonderful. Hubby kinda wrinkled his nose at the idea of instant pudding in the mix, but after he tasted it... he didn't wrinkle the nose anymore! I'm putting some mini marshmellows in the mix, and putting the mix in quart jars, then putting fabric between the seal and ban, and putting ribbon around the ban. I think this is a wonderful gift!

From: Rose is Rose

On Oct 18, 2007

The air is running and I'm sipping hot chocolate. I have to get under the fan now, but you gotta love Texas! This was great stuff! I halved it and used 2 tablespoons of sweet chocolate in place of the plain cocoa. I think the folks that complained about it not being sweet enough were maybe using more than 2/3 cup water. On my first 2 cups, I used 1 cup water and they were not very sweet. With the first one, I added some additional powdered sugar and it was too sweet. On that magical third try, "I followed the directions" and it was plenty sweet. And, yes, I have a very well-developed sweet tooth. Actually, the third cup was almost too sweet and I began to think maybe I shouldn't have used the sweet chocolate. On the final try, I added a package of Kraft miniature marshmallows to the mix (remember I halved it) and used 3/4 cup water to 1/3 cup mix and it was absolutely perfect. Very rich and creamy, not too sweet, dissolved great and was very smooth. Much better than store bought. Caryn, thank you for posting! I will be making this one again!!!

From: Cubb

On Feb 12, 2009

Getting ready to make a batch of this mix for a Valentine's gift. It sounds delicious. Just wondering what size pudding mix is recommended? Thanks! Update: I went ahead and prepared the recipe using the larger box of pudding and it came out great. Thanks Caryn!

From: lele365

On Jan 28, 2008

Great mix - I make it every year for my exended family as Christmas gifts, and they LOVE it! Note: use Nesquick and other name brand ingredients. I used store brands and it was not nearly as good. Thanks for sharing!

From: MelinOhio

On Nov 9, 2008

Made a batch for a campfire and this was a big hit. I realized I forgot to add the confectioners sugar, but it did not seem to matter! Thanks for a great recipe, I will be making this again, maybe I will add the sugar next time.