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Instant Cocoa Mix

Make this instant cocoa mix with dry milk, cocoa and cinnamon in minutes. Store it in a bag, then stir a scoop into boiling water for a cup.

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Sara Noel
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Instant Cocoa Mix

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A shelf-stable instant cocoa mix of dry milk, creamer, cocoa and sweetener. Scoop it into a mug and add boiling water for a quick cup, or pack it in a bag for gifting.
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Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
CourseDrinks
CuisineAmerican
Servings8 servings
Calories105
Ingredients Equipment Directions Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups nonfat dry milk powder
  • 1/2 cup lower-fat powdered nondairy creamer
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 10 packets Equal® or 1 tablespoon (15 ml) Equal® Measure
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • zip-top bags
  • mug

Directions
 

  1. Stir all the ingredients together. Spoon into a self-sealing plastic bag.

Notes

When ready to use, place 1/3 c. of the mix in a heat-proof mug. Fill w/ boiling water and stir.

Nutrition

Serving: 28g | Calories: 105kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 7.3g | Fat: 2.8g | Saturated Fat: 1.6g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 3.4mg | Sodium: 99mg | Potassium: 426mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 9.4g | Vitamin A: 3.7IU | Vitamin C: 1.2mg | Calcium: 221mg | Iron: 0.8mg

Nutrition is an estimate per serving from USDA FoodData Central, for 8 servings. Brands and portions vary, so use it only as an approximation.

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