Healthy Make Ahead Hot Chocolate Mix - Shelf Stable Pantry Staple - Healthy Hot Chocolate Recipe

[@MarysNest]

Hi Sweet Friends, Today, I am sharing How to Make a Healthy Make Ahead Hot Chocolate Mix that is a Shelf Stable Pantry Staple. And…➡️FREE 36 PAGE ESSENTIAL TRADITIONAL FOODS PANTRY LIST (Printable): kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y3-bh6xolrFqebM Perfect for adding to your Kitchen Journal. ➡️Be sure to head over to my KZbin channel’s Home Page where I share lots of organized playlists of videos that I think you will enjoy. Here is the link: KZbin.com/MarysNest ➡️SUBSCRIBE: KZbin.com/MarysNest ➡️WATCH THE ULTIMATE PREPPER PANTRY SERIES: kzbin.info/aero/PLkRuW3pBo2U0WCxRNWm60Yt0ihEQbfpUl ➡️TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Introduction 0:34 How to Make a Healthy Hot Chocolate Mix 19:55 How to Make a Healthy Hot Chocolate ➡️RELATED VIDEOS: • Shelf Stable Pantry Staples: kzbin.info/aero/PLkRuW3pBo2U2lE7lUe4IYApi8AJPhR4GQ • 5 Healthy Make Ahead Mixes: kzbin.info/aero/PLkRuW3pBo2U0VCis3DRpiP1MpzKv_n906 • 5 Healthy Make Ahead COOKIE Mixes: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jae1mqtsr7usnMU • Make Ahead Cream of Soup Mix: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ppi4ZZlrqb2BkKc • Homemade Apple Cider Vinegar: kzbin.info/aero/PLkRuW3pBo2U1QPA95O2-oOvxwtO-v3L4L • Super Soft No Knead Sandwich Bread: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hKfRgpijoamSa8U • Homemade Cream Cheese: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pXq5g62cjrV4jZI •How to Stock the Traditional Foods Kitchen Pantry: kzbin.info/aero/PLkRuW3pBo2U1MqC3YAw7ZRYjuL9FBGSwc •Mastering the Basics of Traditional "Nutrient Dense" Foods Cooking: kzbin.info/aero/PLkRuW3pBo2U3b4eu0QraZReKlGzA11h3y ➡️FOR THE PRINTABLE RECIPE: Don’t forget to open the description under the video and scroll down till you see “RECIPE”. There will be a link there that will take you directly to the RECIPE on my website (MarysNest DOT com) that accompanies this video. Depending on what type of device you are watching the video on…To open the description under video, click the words “SHOW MORE”, or the title of the video, or the small downward pointing triangle arrow to the right of the video title. All of these should open the description. And for more in-depth info...➡️JOIN THE TRADITIONAL FOODS KITCHEN ACADEMY (Optional Membership Community): kzbin.infojoin This is where I share in-depth “Vodcasts” (like a podcast but you can watch and listen or just listen) all about Traditional “nutrient dense” foods, plus 1 monthly LIVE STREAM. This is for those who are interested in delving into all these Traditional “Nutrient Dense” Foods topics in greater detail. BUT DON”T WORRY…this is completely optional, and I will continue to produce all of my free public videos too. I’ve got lots of great public videos coming up here on my channel, so stay tuned. 😉 Thanks for watching! Love, Mary

[@ffeff8353]

Hi Mary! Great vid as always, thank you. I wonder whether the shelf life would be longer, when using powdered whole milk, if kept in the fridge? Or does it ruin the mix somehow?

[@MarysNest]

It’ll definitely last longer if you put it in the fridge when you’re using whole milk powder. Love, Mary❤️🤗❤️

[@ffeff8353]

@@MarysNest Thank you so much for the prompt reply! I kind of knew that, but I wasn't sure that the mix wouldn't somehow be ruined in the fridge...

[@Niamh07421]

we have to use stevia- and we have a powdered version- my grands will love the little containers

[@oksills]

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[@algonquinwoman1921]

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[@1Hope4All]

@@algonquinwoman1921 My daughter said the same thing! 🤣 But her son is too young for her. 😂 Even so, she would love someone like Mary to be her MIL.

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[@katjo71367]

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[@highlandprincesseach-usige7097]

Mary, when God created you, He gave you an extra dose of peace. Every time I watch your videos and hear your voice I heard a familiar sound from my childhood that just calms me. I don't know if it's a neighbor or a teacher or a nurse, but it is a warm feeling. I love this recipe and will share. Stay blessed😊🌹

[@MarysNest]

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[@aneshiadixon8762]

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[@Kathleen67.]

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[@tinagraham4155]

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[@reginapolo3357]

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[@christinedonnelly8330]

2 Cups Powder Milk 1 Cup Cocoa Powder 1/8 Teas Salt 2 Teas Arrowroot Powder 2 Cups Powder Sugar

[@annep.1905]

2 Cups Sucanat. Powdered sugar would make it sickeningly sweet.

[@DemziBee]

I'm raising an 9 year old family member that I got from the state to keep him out of the foster care system. Thanks to you he thinks Im the BEST because I make EVERYTHING. scratch! WISH I had known you when I was raising my kids 30 years ago!! Thank You!

[@glamdolly30]

You sound like a very loving parental figure, I'm glad your young relative came to you and I'm sure they are too! God bless you both. XXX

[@DemziBee]

@@glamdolly30 Awww Thank You!

[@juliabrown1495]

My sister is diabetic and cannot have any sugar I made your exact recipe without the sugar I added hot water to my cup and I added two tablespoons of the cocoa and milk powder which I sifted all together along with the corn starch and the salt then I just used one sweet and low and one Splenda I also added one tablespoon of coffee creamer it was the yummiest cocoa

[@cecedubois5147]

Who in their right mind would "downvote" sweet Mary's video? This is great, thank you Mary!!

[@bon47ful]

I have never downvoted Mary, but I do wish she would review her videos and count the number of times she says “go ahead and...”. It’s sometimes just the little things that make a video difficult to listen to. Just my opinion.

[@lapismosi8065]

@@bon47ful I guess she says it because she already knows the zillions of repetitive questions will be coming and so she likes to answer them in advance; to help calm the on-slaught, if you will. 😁❤️But yeah, you have to be into her grove to really enjoy the length of the dialogue...and if not, simply turn to her beautifully prepared printable recipes that are the best on You Tube. LOL.😍🧡🌼❤️🧡‼️(Me personally, I could listen till I fall asleep.)

[@app103]

Perhaps they are lactose intolerant and can't handle the powdered milk?

[@1Hope4All]

It's a good thing (only in this case / video) that we cannot see the number of down votes. I say, "only in this case" because I want to see down votes for the liberal videos out there. And there are hundreds of thousands of down votes for liberal videos. The powers that shouldn't be on the internet, Google, KZbin, do not want anyone to see the down votes for those kinds of videos.

[@TheKentuckylady717]

I'd say only stupid or jealous people.....or maybe both....she is trying to help people, and you can tell she would not hurt anyone, all they have to do is not watch her channel, no one is making them do it.....I don't understand either.....

[@tracydimond3759]

For those of us who are diabetic, I came across a recipe for making stevia powdered "sugar" that could work for this. It's 1 cup of Stevia to 2 tblsp of cornstarch. You put it in your blender and blend well. Then use it as you would powdered sugar.

[@tinagraham4155]

Its 52 degrees here in Wisconsin cloudy and rain I like to mix hot chocolate in my coffee topped with whip cream

[@shelly8387]

I would think cupcake liners would work really well to slip into the jar to separate the marshmallows and hot cocoa mix.

[@MarysNest]

Great tip!

[@Katya-zj7ni]

Brilliant idea Shelly ❤️

[@mjjprophecy9350]

Thank you for mentioning that we can substitute arrowroot powder for corn starch in recipes. With GMO corn starch concerns, I am so happy to hear this!

[@nanewby0855]

If you’re using powdered sugar from the store you will not need the cornstarch since there is cornstarch already in it. It’s there to prevent caking as well although powdered sugar without cornstarch is available also.

[@pattijesinoski1958]

Also. Because of this For gluten free necessity, make sure store bought powdered sugar is gluten free.

[@TheKentuckylady717]

Hi Mary, I like to ask an expert.....is this correct that powdered sugar from the store has corn starch in it ???? I have never heard that before ....:) My Son when he bakes if he doesn't have powdered sugar he grinds the regular sugar and makes his own.....he was the one who told me this...so I learn something from my Son who does a lot of cooking at his house....and he makes a mean Apple Pie....last time he visited us, he made us one of his fav. Pies....all his Daughters when he goes for a visit he has to at least make them one of His Apple Pies:) they love it too....I just think that is so neat....he makes his own crust....I told him he puts my pie to shame...I cheat and use store bought pie crust LOL

[@TheKentuckylady717]

I did not know this about powdered sugar......but I want to use Monk sweetener......white sugar feeds cancer and is so bad for us, I try to stay away from it when I can use a safer substitute.... and Bobby Flav City says this Monk sugar is a Bobby approved sweetener....you can check his blog, he is up to date on everything.....can learn a lot from him.....

[@iluminameluna]

​@@TheKentuckylady717yes, powdered sugar has corn starch. You can make it yourself.

[@Keachybean]

Fruit cups filled with the baby marshmallows, turned upside down on a wide mouth canning lid would look nice on a gift jar.

[@christinekeleher3578]

My 3 daughters always do Christmas Eve movies. I think I will make this up in fancy jars and gift bag along with marshmallows and candy canes. Thanks so much.

[@robin6290]

Dont have to worry about tbe shelf life in my house...the homemade hot cocoa wouldnt last that long!😉☕❤️ I didnt know thats what sucanat meant! Thanks again for another informative video with your gentle spirit.

[@amymcmillan3796]

Last week I found a cute box pattern to make out of paper and I thought that would be great for Christmas hot cocoa ... this week here you are... THANK YOU Can't wait to try this..... I did find the OVEN DEHYDRATE method for marshmallows Preheat the oven to the LOWEST setting you can get. Preferably 200°F or lower. Place marshmallows on a single layer on the baking sheet. Toss every 20 minutes and bake until marshmallows are completely dry. (It is a good idea to leave the oven door cracked open so you can keep a good eye on the marshmallows and avoid getting them too hot). Let marshmallows cool and store in an airtight jar in the pantry.

[@debbiemccartney6374]

Mrs. Mary, just made a half batch using store brand sweetener for us diabetic folks to make sure I liked it. I used dark chocolate powder and a cup of artificial sweetener and heated milk on the stove and it was delicious, I think I would probably add a little less sugar and I loved using milk instead of water even though it had powdered milk. I will try with water but thanks so much for all you do. I learned how to make bread during the beginning of Covid and passed around to friends, kept me busy since I couldn’t work. ❤️

[@evelynrisse246]

I made this recipe this morning. One thing I like to do is put hot cocoa mix in my coffee when it’s cold outside. I am absolutely in love with McDonalds peppermint mocha but thought if I made this with powdered sugar & drop a peppermint disc in to dissolve, the disc would add the extra sweetness needed. Well, no peppermints in the house that I could find so I added the 1/4 cup mix and a packet of stevia….pure awesomeness!!! I can’t wait to try it with peppermint cause the hot chocolate is divine & not overly sweet! Thank you Mary’s Nest for another home run recipe!!

[@iluminameluna]

I add ½ a small candy cane into a bullet mixer w/ cold milk, just before I boil it to make minty hot chocolate. Da bomb! When it's hot, my portion gets a spoonful of Nescafé instant coffee. SO good!

[@mikeywilkens3478]

Many years ago in I had a recipe for something similar but I know it wasn’t as healthy a recipe as this. Also I would add finely ground instant coffee sometimes for cappuccino.

[@TravelingNana63]

That sounds yummy. How much Coffee did you add.

[@viktoriax7228]

@@TravelingNana63in fact, powder milk isn't healthy

[@joanies6778]

I like to make own home made flavorful marshmallows. Rasberry would be awesome with the cocoa. When I cut out shapes, there are always scraps. This is such an excellent use of the scraps. I never thought of dehydrating them!

[@lauriemashek5419]

Ooh, orange or mint.

[@TheKentuckylady717]

@@lauriemashek5419 Yum I would love orange marshmallows, you do not see those and I love that flavor.....never made marshmallows....always felt like it was a lot of trouble.....

[@ldbonbon1983]

Wow she is so full of knowledge!! What a blessing she is to everyone. She truly does everything full heartedly and enjoys sharing her wisdom. Thank you !

[@cruisingaltitudewaitress3396]

Love all the comments. They’re just as useful as Mary’s awesome video. Thanks everyone💞

[@joannsmallwood3153]

Mary you are wonderful. You taught me to make my first jam and I love your “old fashioned “ style. The best gifts are simple and from the heart. Don’t change, you are truly awesome!

[@oksills]

25 years ago I tried working, by myself, through Sally’s philosophy and book It was tough for me. Ohhhh how I wish I had you then ! My 8 children would have appreciated you even more! You make ALL of it soooo possible! Thanks!

[@lauraellen189]

Great idea Mary!! 🤗 I might add some cinnamon and a pinch of cayenne to make it kind of like Mexican hot chocolate!!

[@MarysNest]

Yum!!

[@lilyandrose8557]

I think I'll make a batch of that too

[@rhondavanmeter5015]

How much cinnamon and cayenne would you recommend for the 20 serving size?

[@lauraellen189]

@@rhondavanmeter5015 I would start with 1-2 tsp cinnamon and 1/4tsp cayenne. Adjust to your liking. I like strong cinnamon taste.

[@YeshuaKingMessiah]

I add little vanilla and splash of cream. Dry milk is nonfat - blech

[@saintinlower48]

My husband can't eat anything made from corn, so I am happy to hear about arrowroot powder! And I LOVE hot chocolate and will make these as part of Christmas gifts this year!

[@MarysNest]

Hope you enjoy!

[@katydidiy]

I love this mix, thanks Mary!Canned evaporated milk also makes smooth tasty hot chocolate. Add water or not. A few Tbsp of sugar in a sauce pan, 2 or 3 tsp cocoa, a tiny pinch of salt, a can of evap. and water to taste. Stir and heat. Nice in a pinch. I always keep a few cans on hand, especially when baking strikes my fancy on a snowy day and I'm out of milk.

[@carolynm2943]

I can’t wait!! It looks just like what my mom used to make!!

[@debbiemccartney6374]

I really enjoyed this mix, I made the first batch with a powdered whole milk, Nido by Nestles and dark chocolate powder and I used a sugar substitute so there wouldn’t be any more than what was already in the milk. I made another batch with powdered fat free milk, regular chocolate powder and powdered sugar, I didn’t care for it as much. I used milk in both rather than water. The Nido was more expensive but well worth the price, I found it during the beginning of Covid and it was the only one left on the shelf luckily I picked it up and saw the English writing, it is mostly in Spanish. Thanks Mrs. Mary!

[@janellerobison75]

Your kitchen is lovely and reminds me of my mom’s when I was growing up. On the counter behind you is a beautiful Yellow Aladin Tea Pot and if it was blue I would really feel like I was home. I have mom’s Blue Tea Pot and I’m so proud of it. Thanks for the Coco Recipe and the wonderful memories!

[@andyhowkins474]

Honestly Mary i'm sure you're in my head. I was thinking about making a box of goodies each for my three daughters for christmas including jars of cookie and hot chocolate mixes. Then you upload videos for exactly that. Thankyou so much. Keep up the good work xxx

[@ajalicea1091]

Dehydrating those marshmallows are fantastic because they all stay dry and you can mix them in with your hot chocolate mix without it sucking up into the marshmallow due to moisture

[@joannawebb8683]

I made this since I got married at 19 yr old and I just can't buy or drink the package anymore...I am going to try the Sucanat for sure...and everyone loves these as gifts! I only had one daycare child want the package stuff, but my 4 children all love it ☺ So glad u shared this!

[@gingermilsap7157]

Mary, you have the kindest, very comfortable teaching style. I love, love, love learning all your wonderful cooking secrets and extensive array of recipes. What a blessing you are! Thank you so much.

[@rough-hewnhomestead5737]

Ohhhh---I'm doing this! This will add to our hygge atmosphere! I keep a little hot drink 'bar' in our dining room with our coffee pot, a slow cooker going with chaga in it (I refuse to call it tea as I am a coffee-lover. ;) ), and a basket of cocoa and tea blends. This will be a great addition! Thanks and God bless you.

[@MarysNest]

Oh my!! That sounds so lovely and comforting!! Love, Mary ❤️🤗❤️

[@denisehall4818]

I use arrowroot for dusting powder and I add my favorite spray fragrance.No more talc.

[@sheila4782]

I just made this last night and we absolutely fell in love with this mix. Thank you so much Mary for providing such a wonderful receipt and also so much valuable information.

[@anneclark1330]

Great idea!

[@ambreewilliams6585]

Oh Mary...I had to comment on this recipe! My youngest daughter and I made this and it tastes EXCELLENT!!! We did make it sugar-free by using the equivalent of Sweetleaf Stevia packets, and the only thing we changed was the arrowroot powder. I saw another recipe online that used chocolate pudding mix as a thickener, so we used the same measurement of that instead of the arrowroot powder. Both my kiddos said this was a winner! 👍🏾👍🏾

[@capecodfloridagirl9203]

WW here! Thanks for the sugar free chocolate pudding mix idea! Swiss Miss reduced calorie cocoa mix is almost $4 a box in my area! I buy Organic Cacao Powder at Walmart and add 1 tablespoon to the Swiss Miss and Trader Joe’s Organic Stevia Extract to the cup and stir. Turns it into 2 cups and the cacao powder has more chocolate flavor!😋 Joe’s Stevia is made of just 🍃 no stems or fillers and it has a tiny little spoon in the bottle to measure a tiny amount. Lasts forever! Thanks Mary for the recipe now I won’t be buying Swiss Miss any more! ❤️ watching you cook and I have learned so much!

[@mikkikas6821]

As a diabetic I use stevia. Other sugars are not recommended for us. Also, I like to add a little Glycerna as a " creamer " for my coffee or to make a hot chocolate with or without coffee. They don't have a powder form yet, I don't think. That would be a good combo as for dry cocoa mix and the Glycerna. Bringing fresh milk isn't always an option. With this, both are shelf friendly to start, putting the once opened Glycerna in the cooler.

[@cindywagner4623]

I bought a frother for my coffee creamer . No more lumps and whipped milk! Yum.

[@margaretjaeger2064]

In the 70's, we had a very popular instant hot chocolate mix, made it every winter. Somewhere along the way, I've lost the recipe but it used a can of Nestles chocolate mix for hot or cold drinks,, a container of coffee creamer, sugar and dry milk,,fatless. Cocao itself seems to separate and settle in a cup but the Nestles instant mix didn't do that. I think we used the same amount of mix over cup too, as your instructions. I'm thinking, later on, there was no coffee creamer but didn't miss it at all...maybe used more powdered milk. Didn't use whole dried milk either. Had to be careful too, that our hot water wasn't boiling because it will cook the instant milk.... I was thinking of this mix tonight just for us oldies....and suddenly you appeared on my KZbin scanning. Thank you.

[@ambreewilliams6585]

How did I miss this? Why hadn't I thought of doing this sooner? Mary, you AMAZE me!!! This is so simple and the ingredients are so readily available that I can make this right now! In fact, I'm going to do a dairy-free version using coconut milk powder and coconut sugar. I might decrease the sugar and add powdered stevia to make up for the sweetness. So happy you shared this recipe! I'm also heading over to the coffee creamer recipe you did...gonna make some of that too! 👍🏾👍🏾

[@BluePhoenix1973]

I make it diabetic friendly by using stevia (splenda) insted of sugar...

[@tikar8982]

My granny made this when I was a child and I've never been sure how she did it. Thank you for the recipe 😘 it takes me back to helping her in the kitchen at Christmas time.

[@joanies6778]

When I make hot cocoa, I always add vanilla. In the future, I plan to make some vanilla flavored sugar first to add to this mix. Since this is a dry mix, vanilla sugar would give that added flavor I like.

[@MarysNest]

Sounds great!

[@karoleigharmstrong8568]

Sounds great. My mom is from New Mexico, she always put a pinch of Chimo Chili in the hot chocolate, warmed it up.

[@lolobakes4784]

I have made hot chocolate mix before. I love the use of the arrowroot idea. I will try it. I like to use the dark chocolate powder. I also add vanilla powder. i want it in my pantry for the coming winter.

[@QueenAmethyst55]

I have just made this but in half cup/quarter cup ratio to see what it is like. All blended in a bullet for speed. It took 5 heaped teaspoons to taste great. I also added 1T of powdered coffee mate to the liquid and blended in the bullet. Oh my. Really great and saved me from going out to buy chocolate today! Thanks Mary

[@willowsverge3046]

I made some with Aldi’s version of splenda (im diabetic). Its so fluffy and light it mixed right up. Its a homemade Christmas this year. Everyones getting a jar of this mix in their basket! Thank you for sharing!!

[@judydonnelly1456]

Willow Sverge, what measurement of Splenda did you use ?

[@glamdolly30]

@@judydonnelly1456 I'd like to know too!

[@adelechicken6356]

I've been looking for a recipe like this, thanks. I find with any hot cocoa mix, that if I put 1/4 of the liquid in the cup with the dry ings and then mix that well, then add rest of liquid, it mixes much easier and less possible splashing.

[@tgeo4203]

And if you microwave it for about 15-20 seconds, it makes it taste even better!

[@kimfrommn7162]

I'll try your recipe!!! Ordering from Amazon right now. I want to try Sucinak!! Have a Wonderful Weekend!!!! Thank You!!!!! 🤗❤️👍🙋🏻‍♀️

[@lynncain9822]

Oh, Mary! This recipe reminds me of when I went off to college. My Mom thought you had to have this mix along with an immersion heater to heat your water with. Brings back great memories. I plan to make a batch of this to have available as we begin to get cooler here in North Texas. You've hit the ball out of the park with this one! Love to you!

[@MarysNest]

Oh Lynn!! You are so sweet! So glad you're here!! Hope you enjoy the mix! Love, Mary

[@skatpak2967]

best cocoa mix....darkest choc you can find...sugar .pinch of salt.mix in sauce pan with a couple tablespoons water..bring to a boil..add milk and vanilla..warm to liking..add cinnamon and nutmeg... make it fresh and drink it all up!! soooo good for sleighriders!!

[@mesummika569]

Now I am thinking of not only going into this for my living but a lot of your ideas are great for care packages as well. You know what you are giving and it's not overpriced junk food to be honest. Love in a jar.

[@sonomasyrah]

Thank you!! Love hot chocolate. You motivated me to put dry ingredients for corn bread into a jar...to speed up making it.

[@Teaally1913]

If making important food…. I always look for this Sweet lady!

[@margarettickle9659]

I love Tom Horton's Holiday Peppermint Hot Chocolate. Its crazy good. They put crushed candy cane in it on top of whipped cream. So pretty. The crushed candy canes could be substituted for the marshmallows in the jars. Yummm

[@hemadesai9383]

Hi Mary.... sending you loads of love from INDIA.... really can’t say if I love you more than your recipes... specially vegetarians !! God bless your honesty , dedication & your passion to share your wisdom with us. THANK YOU dear.... stay blessed & Happy 👍😊

[@MarysNest]

Hi Hema! Thank you so much for the kind words!! Love, Mary

[@rubywood2187]

Hi Love your videos. Just to let you know that I have retired to Belize. The brown sugar as it is called here is a lot cheaper than white. We love it. It has more molasses in it because it is not as processed and it natural.

[@MarysNest]

Hi Ruby, Thanks for sharing!! And for the kind words! Love, Mary

[@CryingWolf_225]

Ma'am I knew you were a Christian forom the first 30 seconds of the video. I am a Lead baker at Piccadilly Caiteria in Louisiana and with that said, I LOVE hot cocoa and needed find a good recipie and here I found it. Now. I will have to look at you biscut mix and other recipies as I know they are good without even trying thenm becase we bot have the same father in heaven. Thank you Sister.

[@ChristForToday101]

Thank you for making this video I've been having a hard time finding Coco I love drinking cocoa with my coffee everyday thank you so much

[@thelmajanemoseley1560]

The problem I have with the homemade Chocolate Mix or the Coffee Creamer is , the instant milk I'm using won't dissolve in hot water. It makes for a nasty cup hot chocolate or coffee. I add a little cold water to the mix in the cup and dissolve the instant milk before adding the hot water. Thank you for this shelf stable recipe, it is a Godsend to me. I'm not a very good cook and I glean your pages for shelf stable recipe ideas and this is my favorite

[@MarysNest]

Hi Thelma, So happy you found a way to make your instant milk dissolve faster. And happy to hear that this recipe was helpful. Love, Mary

[@payola5000]

I think I want to be you, lol. I love how you explain the function of all the ingredients in the mixture. You're awesome

[@lorettaemmons6486]

Fun stuff!! It was 32 degrees last night here in Michigan, so this is perfect! Thanks for sharing, Mary 🥰

[@MarysNest]

Hi Loretta, Wow!! Chilly!! Perfect Hot Chocolate weather!! Love, Mary

[@lorettacali10370]

That sounds like fun....wearing sweaters and leggings. It's high 70s at night in the Bay Area just outside of San Francisco.

[@margarettickle9659]

I'm from Michigan too. North of Detroit. Time to get the flannel pajamas ready and have a cup. This hot chocolate recipe would be great to have ready to put in a thermos for the trips to all the ice and snow festivals we have. I love the winters here. So much to do in our Water Winter Wonderland. 😊

[@DonnaSantagata]

This recipe is just what I am looking for. Just a simple cocoa. That would make a wonderful gift. And I just love Mary. She just sounds like she is full of the love of God. ❤

[@lorichabot6243]

I see this video was made a little over a year ago and year ago and I just had to tell you you are my new best friend I'm watching all of your videos one every day and I'm going to try to reprove reproduce all the things that you have done I am totally in awe I'm so glad that we are friends lol Hi from Maine

[@samjones9465]

Hi Mary, been with you a while now, but brain has only just kicked in lol. I now have a lovely diabetic friendly, energy boosting gorgeous instant hot chocolate and it's amazing. Used cacoa, sweetener (xylatol) and whole milk as I wanted a "dark" hot chocolate. Works like a dream, just used your proportions. Hot water and a whisk. Very happy diabetic subscriber, thank you

[@maureenmckenna5220]

This was great. I love hot chocolate and always wonder what is in the mixes I get. This is so easy and sounds delicious.

[@awaitingthetrumpetcall4529]

Thanks for the tutorial. I noticed that you have 'under cabinet lighting'. That is an excellent idea for light where you need it for making coffee and the microwave.

[@2023praise]

Love the idea on the marshmallows! My grandkids always want hot chocolate with marshmallows. But I always end up having to throw out the left overs cause they only visit every few months. I started finally freezing them but I never thought about dehydrating them , yea I can have my freezer space back . Thanks

[@margarettickle9659]

The grandkids would love to make marshmallow rice krispie treats with the leftover marshmallows too.

[@paulasimmons8531]

Made it with you. Used powdered sugar but tastes good.

[@jennywagner2448]

thanks so much Mary! I've avoided commercial hot chocolate mixes for years - I'll definitely be making this - what a treat!!!

[@MarysNest]

Oh Jenny! I am so happy to hear that you'll make this - and yes, it's so much healthier than the store bought ones. Love, Mary

[@jennywagner2448]

@@MarysNest sorry to bug - one quick question.... I have both organic raw cocoa and organic baking cocoa in my cupboard... which one should I use?... thinking maybe the baking since it will be "cooked" but was wondering which you would choose? we never got a peek at your cocoa package :)

[@VolleyballMama]

Who else’s eyes widened when she said 2 cups of sugar? 😂 Love your videos! I’ve been binge watching

[@janet6421]

My sister in law is allergic to soy. There is soy lectin in most chocolate you buy in the stores. Thanks to your recipe, I can send her some hot chocolate for Christmas.

[@jeanettesapartmenthomestea1603]

You can also use dehydrated strawberries or freeze dried strawberries ground up into a powder. You can also buy powdered strawberries those are a little expensive. I usually do the swap 1 for 1 sometimes you can cut it down depending on the recipe. Just about any chocolate recipe it’s easy to disguise the strawberries used as sugar instead of sugar. I am diabetic and it runs in the family so I do it with a lot of desserts little ones don’t even know.

[@MarysNest]

Great tips!!

[@sonyabarkwell6077]

Mary,I use med. Cupcake liners for the Marshmallows,works great 👍

[@MarysNest]

Great tip!! ❤️🤗❤️

[@chick-a-bee-farm]

You are amazing! I really wish I was your neighbor and a back door friend. I’ll be making this for sure! I hope there is a link to buy that tea kettle. 😊

[@ourgreatestfear1]

I love your channel, I was wondering if it is possible to make apple cider mix, would you use dried apples and sugar? I like the store bought but it is full of chemicals and sugar.

[@MarysNest]

Oh my goodness!! That sounds like such a great idea!! Love, Mary

[@nlh5992]

I would also be interested

[@dorothyschultz4244]

I would love to see a spiced apple cider mix.

[@ChristForToday101]

Thank you for making this video I've been having a hard time finding Coco at times didn't even realize I had all the ingredients in my house

[@lindsayjagneaux4402]

I used Hershey dark cocoa powder. It's perfect. Thank you, so much!

[@Valleybeautiful]

I store dry milk powder in cans or jars in the freezer to keep it good indefinitely. I will make a big batch of this and store a small jar in the pantry and rest in freezer so no concerns on when we get it used up!!

[@cookingprincess327]

Thank you. I don’t do dairy but they make soy powdered or coconut powdered milk. The expiration date would be sooner. One could do the sugar, arrowroot and cocoa together and add the non dairy milk separately. Dehydrate mini marshmallows are awesome.

[@MarysNest]

Yes, you could definitely use those alternatives! And you could also leave out the milk powder and then use the mix mixed with your choice of hot liquid and prepare it on the stove. Love, Mary

[@lisamarr9116]

I have made homemade hot chocolate and it is delicious! To make it even healthier, used raw cacao instead of cocoa

[@marykater.7169]

I've been looking for budget-friendly gifts to make for a group of friends I write Haiku with. I think making this will do the trick! PS My fermented tomatoes and basil turned out WONDERFULLY! So delicious! Thanks for all you do and share~ ❤

[@MarysNest]

So happy to hear that the tomatoes turned out great!! And this hot chocolate mix does make the cutest gift!! Love, Mary

[@debbiemccartney6374]

Mary can we use powdered sugar and also a sugar substitute. I want to make some for gifts but I also want some for myself and I am diabetic so no sugar for me.

[@MarysNest]

Hi Debbie, I think that would work great! I didn’t do this with the hot cocoa however, I did use a sugar substitute when I made my powdered Keto coffee creamer and it worked great. I used Allulose but you could also use Erythritol, or a monk fruit or stevia blend. Love, Mary

[@jeanwoodall1523]

Thanks for sharing. Daniel loves hot chocolate with marshmallows. I prefer coffee or tea.

[@mpg6445]

I learn so much from this channel. Everytime I think "I wonder if there's a way to make my own......", you always come with the video to show me how! Seriously....I was watching all these vi s? Surely there's a way to make your own"....and BAM! Here's the video!!! Thank you, thank you, thank you! Question: Can you use plant-based milk powder substitutes, measure for measure? Again, thank you.

[@SandyVos2012]

I just mixed this up and, of course, tested it. Delicious! I made it with home freeze dried whole milk. I will be mixing up much more!

[@rickharks4515]

can you use monk fruit sugar? for diabetics. that is about the only sub. sugar that doesn't leave a bad taste in my mouth

[@MarysNest]

Hi Rick, I think that would work. 🤗

[@MT-xd9xv]

What a precious lady. Thank you for sharing your wisdom and recipes.

[@hudsonriverlee]

Mary, this is one of your Best Videos, I really enjoy the education here... simple, no nonsense idea with Normal ingredients.. Well Done!

[@UnigirlTx]

I love this ❣️ I personally would make a little out of the parchment paper, put the marshmallows in it and tie it off with a decorative twist tie or more ribbon so that they wouldn't have to put them in something else or have the marshmallows rolling all over the counter.

[@kentuckygirl8282]

No matter what kind of day I am having, watching your videos warms my heart and makes me smile. Thanks for this recipe sweet friend! It is getting chilly at night and early morning here in Eastern Kentucky so perfect timing! God bless Mary!

[@marygrott8095]

I really like this idea - especially the little jars. They will make great stocking stuffers! Thank you for this!

[@MarysNest]

Absolutely!!

[@cndbradley4423]

Do you measure the 2 cups of sugar out before powdering, or powder it first and then measure out two cups?

[@edwardshell1289]

I made Mary’s hot cocoa mix and it’s the best hot chocolate I’ve ever tasted!

[@DraGnFly007]

Mary, I adore your valuable education!

[@alliem9404]

How cute! Thank you! I think I will make a big batch and give it to my neighbors this Christmas

[@keepingourhome7271]

I love this! But, wait! 😳Dehydrated marshmallows?!?! Oh! oh! Running out of space here! 🤨Too, too many wonderful options, Mary!! 😝We JUST added shelves to closets, for food storage, (in preparation for a long, cold locked-down Canadian winter), and I’m filling them up quickly! Love it! Don’t want to coughed on in the stores! Have it all right here in my own home! Thanks for all your freely shared expertise, and the work you put into these videos. 🥰

[@margarettickle9659]

I'm your southern neighbor from Michigan. Get ready here it comes! I'm with you on the grocery store coughing.

[@sheilajohnson3785]

Hello Sweet Mary, i found your channel yesterday and you were making coffee creamer...i have Changed from Delightful Creamer...to yours...because yours is Healthier and saw your hot chocolate video....i went shopping this morning and now I'm on the sofa... having hot chocolate with my feet up , blanket and my 3 - 6lb rescued Chihuahua girls,( " My Therapy Group",) lol..Thank you Sweet Friend...wish you were here having a cup...XOXO...To All PRAY...Blessings Shalom..