Hot Cocoa Mix in a Mug

Warm hearts this season with a DIY Hot Cocoa in a Mug gift! It’s a cozy, thoughtful present that’s as easy to make as it is to enjoy—perfect for friends, teachers, or anyone who could use a little extra sweetness.

Are you thinking about DIY gifts yet this year?  

I love making tasty homemade gifts during the holidays-not only is it more personal than something store-bought, but it’s a budget saver as well.

One of my favorite quickie gifts to make is this Hot Cocoa Mix in a Mug and how cute is it all tied up in a pretty bow-perfect for neighbor or teacher gifts and easy enough for the kids to make!

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons cocoa powder
• 4 tablespoons sugar
• 8 tablespoons powdered milk
• 1/2 cup mini marshmallows
• 1/4 cup chocolate chips (optional)

Supplies

• 2 sandwich bags (if using an open topped mug)
• clear 12-16 oz glass mug (mine was very inexpensive at Walmart)
• ribbon or twine (optional)

Step by step

If using an open top mug

1. Combine powdered milk, sugar, and cocoa mix in a large bowl until well blended. Pour mix into a sandwich bag and seal, making sure all the air has been squeezed out.
2. Twist the bag and place in the bottom of the mug with the sealed edges facing up.
3. Add marshamallows and chocolate chips to the sandwich bag. Squeeze all excess air out of the bag and twist to form a “ball” of marshmallows. Place this bag into the mug on top of the cocoa bag with the sealed edges facing down so the sealed edges are hidden between the two bags.
4. Tie a bow around the middle of the mug to disguise the area where the two bags meet and gift with a tag instructing the recipient to add 3 tablespoons of the mix to hot water.

UPDATE: I have made you the cutest gift tags to give with your homemade cocoa gift! Click here to print a PDF with 9 gift tags to a page.

If using a mug with a lid

I wanted to add this section because I found these very cute mason jar mugs (affiliate link) that are perfect for this DIY gift, as you can see at the top of the page.

If you use a mug with a lid you don’t need to pre-mix the cocoa, powdered milk, and sugar, you can simply layer them in the mug.

You also don’t need to bag the chocolate chips and marshmallows since the lid keeps them secure. I think this is a very pretty way to gift this hot cocoa mix!

How easy is that? And so pretty!

If you try this recipe please comment and rate it below, I love hearing from you!