Hot Choclote Mix

-
TO TAKE AWAY THE CHILL IN THE AIR!



The cooler weather got me started thinking about this mix and the fact that if I don't make it soon the children will start asking for it. Years ago when it was just my husband and me drinking hot chocolate I used to buy the Hershey's French Vanilla mix but with the children drinking it too I started making my own every winter. I've never really been able to quite get it like I wanted it but I was talking to a friend yesterday (thanks Carolyn for the idea!) and she suggested adding instant vanilla pudding. This comes close enough for me and the my husband and the chillens will love it! If I would make it just for me and Serena I think I'd make it into a Cappuccino. But truth be told I really don't need it and she will be just as happy with this. See, I do have some self-control! ha

7 cups powdered milk
3 cups powdered sugar
12 ounces French Vanilla creamer
3 large boxes French Vanilla Instant Pudding
1 lb. Nestles Quik
1/3 cup Special Dark Cocoa powder

Whisk all together in a large bowl until thoroughly mixed. I like to add mini mini marshmallows but they often harden and don't melt very well. So we either add them later or do without or if we think about it we add a dollop of marshmallow cream.


When ready to use add desired amount to water or milk. I used 1/3 cup of mix to 10 ounces water.


                                          MMM, sure hits the spot when it's chilly outside!

Be Blessed!!

Linked to: Make Yourself Monday, Made It Monday,Recipe Sharing Monday,On The Menu Monday, Makin You Crave  Handmade Tuesdays, Tea Party Tuesday, Tuesday Talent Show, Tell Me Tuesday, Tasty Tuesday, A little Birdie Told me
Wow Us Wednesday, Fall Into Fall, Show and Share, What I Made Wednesday, Idea Sharing Wednesday,
Recipe Spotlight, Pin Inspiration Thursday, Potpourri Friday, Six Sisters, Weekend Soiree, Funky Junk, Stitch and Niche
See Ya In The Gumbo

Comments

  1. The Pennington PointOctober 3, 2011 at 2:46 PM

    Thanks! As soon as it gets cold I will make this. And thanks for sending me the cookie picture...those were adorable! Lisa!

    ReplyDelete
  2. JamieOctober 4, 2011 at 9:47 AM

    Awesome! Thanks for sharing!!

    Thank you so much for joining the Make Yourself Monday blog hop!

    You be blessed too, :o)

    Jamie
    For Love of Cupcakes

    ReplyDelete
  3. UnknownOctober 4, 2011 at 1:17 PM

    how cool is this! I love this idea for gifts in baskets for xmas. NICE!

    ReplyDelete
  4. Liz @ Arty McGooOctober 4, 2011 at 2:49 PM

    came over from Rook No. 17 to check this out! Sounds perfect. You've got the wheels turning. I wonder what adding a pumpkin pudding packet would do??? mmmmmmmm

    ReplyDelete
  5. DawnOctober 4, 2011 at 8:40 PM

    Sounds delicious, thanks for the recipe:)

    ReplyDelete
  6. Anita Rowe StaffordOctober 4, 2011 at 8:49 PM

    I have a recipe that my aunt used to make, but this sounds like a very good update! Thanks for sharing this one!

    ReplyDelete
  7. MarilynOctober 6, 2011 at 2:42 PM

    Yummmmmy...I love it..I would love for you to pls link and share this via my linky party today ~ Pin Inspitational Thursdays via http://theartsygirlconnection.blogspot.com/2011/10/pinspirations-pinterest-inspirational.html TY. :))..officially following ya..

    ReplyDelete
  8. ErinOctober 6, 2011 at 6:10 PM

    I'm totally going to make this! Thanks!

    ReplyDelete
  9. Honey at 2805October 8, 2011 at 1:52 AM

    This sounds so much better than my ancient receipe! Many thanks!

    Thanks so much for linking to Potpourri Friday!

    ReplyDelete
  10. Jenn EricksonOctober 10, 2011 at 7:01 PM

    Yum! Your special blend sounds amazing! I would have never thought of using the pudding -- fab!

    Thank you so much for sharing your heart and soul warming recipe at Rook No. 17!

    Jenn

    ReplyDelete
  11. AshleyOctober 10, 2011 at 11:11 PM

    im featuring this on tell me tuesday!!! thanks for linkin up girl:)

    ReplyDelete
  12. LindsayOctober 11, 2011 at 10:31 PM

    This is SUCH useful information! I'm so glad to know how to make my own! Thanks for sharing this @ Show & Share! I appreciate you always linking up!

    ReplyDelete
  13. Alida SharpOctober 12, 2011 at 3:24 PM

    What a great idea!

    ReplyDelete
  14. Simply TasheenaOctober 13, 2011 at 8:31 AM

    This looks delicious!

    ~Mrs. Delightful
    Ourdelightfulhome.blogpsot.com

    ReplyDelete
  15. Nikki MonetOctober 17, 2011 at 1:48 PM

    Im definitely going to be giving this a try!! Pinned it :) Newest follower. Would love it if you would stop by and share this at my linky party! http://everything-underthemoon.blogspot.com/2011/10/bedazzle-me-monday-4.html

    ~Nikki

    ReplyDelete
  16. Lindsay Artsy-Fartsy MamaOctober 18, 2011 at 9:55 PM

    Pinning this for later, sounds delicious! Thanks for sharing it at Weekend Craft Soiree! :)

    ReplyDelete
  17. MichelleOctober 24, 2011 at 12:36 PM

    Vanille pudding? No kidding. I've never found a homemade mix I'm completely satisfied with. Never would have thought to use vanilla pudding.

    Thanks for linking up w/ See ya In the Gumbo.

    ReplyDelete
  18. Rosita VargasJune 6, 2012 at 3:15 PM

    Realmente una delicia genial luce absolutamente delicioso,abrazos hugs,hugs.

    ReplyDelete

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Creamy Finger Jello

-
Image
I was asked to bring finger Jello to serve with a hot lunch us room Mom's were serving to Serena's classroom at school. Jello isn't something I typically serve,but I have about 2 or 3 recipes using Jello that I make about once in a blue moon. One reason I make this one is because it isn't a typical, plain finger Jello. But also because it looks like a two step process when it really isn't. Everything is mixed as one and it separates as it sets. And the cream adds a good flavor. 2 large boxes Jello 4 packages plain gelatin 4½ cups boiling water ¼ cup cold water 1 cup heavy cream Combine the Jello and gelatin and whisk together. Add the boiling water and whisk until Jello is dissolved. Add the remaining ingredients and stir. Pour into a lightly greased (this helps to remove from the pan in a cleaner cut, spray the pan then wipe it down with a paper towel) glass 9 X 13 pan. Cover and chill till firm. Cut into desired shapes or squares and serve.
Read more

Seasoned Pretzels

-
Image
These pretzels have been around the block and back again, but they  really are  such an easy snack and they go well as an appetizer too. They are simple and require no baking which in my opinion is a definite plus! 18 ounces pretzel twists ½ cup olive oil 1 envelope original Hidden Valley Ranch Mix 1 teaspoon dill weed ½ teaspoon garlic powder Pour pretzels into a large bowl. In a smaller bowl combine oil and seasonings and mix well with a whisk. Pour over pretzels and toss to coat. Allow to rest at room temperature, stirring every now and then to coat again, until oil and seasonings are gone from the bottom over the bowl. Pretzels are ready to serve when they look dry again. Be Blessed!
Read more

Rice Krispy Rollups

-
Image
Here is another chocolate and peanut butter concoction that is totally irresistible and so easy to make. I sometimes make these instead of cookies if  I'm not in the baking mood. The only trouble is they never last long. Here's what you'll need: ¼ cup butter, melted 10½ ounces mini marshmallows 5½ cups Rice Krispies 1½ cups milk chocolate chips ½ cup peanut butter Melt butter in a 6 quart kettle, add marshmallows. Melt completely over low heat. Add the Rice Krispies. Mix well. Spread evenly into a greased 10½ x 15½ baking sheet. In a microwave safe bowl combine chocolate chips and peanut butter.  Melt at 1 minute intervals until completely melted, stirring after each minute. Spread on top of Rice Krispy mixture. Let set in a cool place till chocolate mixture sets up. Be careful not to let the chocolate get too hard, it will not make a neat roll if you do. Loosen all around with a metal spatula. Roll, start...
Read more