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Salted Caramel Hot Cocoa Mix Recipe

Salted Caramel Hot Cocoa Mix Recipe
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This Salted Caramel Hot Cocoa Mix is an indulgent, easy-to-make blend that combines rich unsweetened cocoa, creamy powdered milk, and the irresistible sweetness of crushed Werther’s caramel candies with a hint of sea salt. Perfect for cozying up on chilly days, this mix can be stored for convenience and made quickly into a luxurious hot chocolate topped with whipped cream and caramel sauce.

Ingredients

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Dry Mix Ingredients

  • ¾ cup (88.5 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ cup (62.5 g) confectioners’ sugar
  • ½ cup (34 g) powdered milk
  • 1 bag (8.10 ounces) Werther’s Originals caramel hard candies, finely crushed (about 1 ¼ cups crushed candies)
  • ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt

To Serve

  • Milk or hot water (approximately ¾ cup per serving)
  • Whipped cream, for topping
  • Caramel sauce, for drizzling

Instructions

  1. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the unsweetened cocoa powder, confectioners’ sugar, powdered milk, finely crushed Werther’s caramel candies, and fine sea salt until they are evenly combined and uniform in color and texture.
  2. Store the Mix: Transfer the combined mixture into an airtight container or jar. This helps preserve freshness and flavor. Before each use, stir or shake the container to redistribute the crushed caramels, which may settle at the bottom.
  3. Prepare Hot Cocoa: To make one mug of hot cocoa, stir 3 heaping tablespoons of the mix into approximately ¾ cup of hot milk or hot water until fully dissolved and smooth.
  4. Add Toppings: For an extra indulgent treat, top your hot cocoa with whipped cream and drizzle with salted caramel sauce just before serving.

Notes

  • Use finely crushed caramel candies to ensure they dissolve better and blend uniformly with the powder mix.
  • Store the hot cocoa mix in a cool, dry place away from moisture to maintain freshness.
  • Adjust the amount of mix and liquid depending on your preferred cocoa strength and sweetness.
  • To make the drink vegan, substitute powdered milk with a plant-based powdered milk alternative and milk with any plant milk such as almond or oat milk.

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Keywords: salted caramel hot cocoa, hot chocolate mix, caramel candy cocoa, winter drinks, homemade hot cocoa mix

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