After I introduced him to one of my favorite cold-weather alcoholic beverages (Kahlua and hot cocoa... trust me, it's amazing), my friend Colin gave me this amazing recipe for homemade cocoa mix...
2 cups powdered sugar
1 cup cocoa powder
2 1/2 cups powdered milk (this turned out to me the most difficult ingredient to acquire for me...)
1 tsp salt
2 tsp cornstarch
1 pinch cayenne pepper (I actually have a measuring spoon for "pinch." It comes in handy)
Mix everything together (a whisk works well to get any lumps out) and store in an air-tight container. I used a rubber-maid container, but I think I'm going to get some mason jars or something for next time. Because I am definitely making this again in the very near future. Anyway, it should last for a long time... or maybe a few days if you're anything like me. I found about 3 tablespoons of mix worked well for a standard coffee cup. I may play with the proportions a bit to make it a little more chocolate-y and spicy (if you've never had spicy chocolate, you're missing out).
I also enjoy peppermint schnapps in my cocoa, and I've been told Grand Mariner is also good (thanks Jeff!)
Anyone have any other hot cocoa recipes? Or other favorite cold weather beverages?
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