DIY Instant Hot Chocolate Mix Recipe - Laura Vitale - Laura in the Kitchen Episode 849

milk powder

🥗Healthier: almond milk powder

💰Cheaper: nonfat dry milk

Almond milk powder is lower in calories and suitable for dairy-free diets.

chocolate chips

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate chips

💰Cheaper: chocolate chunks

Dark chocolate chips provide a richer flavor with less sugar.

sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Stevia reduces calories significantly while maintaining sweetness.

vanilla powder

🥗Healthier: vanilla extract

💰Cheaper: vanilla essence

Vanilla extract is more accessible and offers a similar flavor.

Grate bittersweet chocolate finely using a food processor.

Sift cocoa powder and confectioner's sugar to remove lumps.

Add a small touch of cornstarch to help thicken the mix.

Stir in instant espresso powder for a richer chocolate flavor.

Mix all dry ingredients together thoroughly.

Fill a container with the hot cocoa mix for gifting.

Prepare a hot chocolate bar with mugs, mini marshmallows, and other toppings.

Heat milk in a saucepan until it reaches a hot simmer, but do not boil.

Add about 2 tablespoons of the hot cocoa mix to the hot milk.

Stir the mixture and let it cook for about a minute until the chocolate is melted.

Serve the hot chocolate topped with marshmallows.

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