Description

Combine the warmth of artisan sourdough traditions with the sweetness of homemade cocoa in this thoughtfully layered gift jar. Featuring cocoa powder, sugar, dry milk, salt, and an optional tangy sourdough powder, this mix creates a rich, velvety hot chocolate perfect for winter gifting. Packaged in a glass jar with marshmallows and customizable flavor add-ins, it makes a cozy present alongside a fresh sourdough loaf or biscotti. With simple no-cook assembly and charming presentation tips, this recipe invites you to share the comfort of sourdough culture and indulgent cocoa with friends and family.

Ingredients

Scale

1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

3/4 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup dry milk powder

1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt

1 tablespoon sourdough powder or dried starter (optional)

1/4 cup mini marshmallows

1 to 2 teaspoons optional flavor mix-ins such as cinnamon peppermint or espresso powder

Instructions

1. Whisk together cocoa powder sugar dry milk powder salt and sourdough powder until evenly combined

2. Use a funnel or spoon to layer sugar cocoa dry milk and marshmallows in a clean 16 ounce glass jar

3. Tap the jar gently to settle layers and create clean lines

4. Seal the jar tightly and decorate the lid with ribbon twine and a gift tag

5. Attach preparation instructions on the tag mixing 3 tablespoons of the mix with 1 cup of hot milk or water

6. Store the jar in a cool dry place for up to three months

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: drink mix
Method: no-cook
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 4 servings
Calories: 200
Sugar: 28
Sodium: 150
Fat: 6
Saturated Fat: 3
Unsaturated Fat: 2
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 35
Fiber: 3
Protein: 5
Cholesterol: 0

Keywords: sourdough hot chocolate, gift jar, artisan bread, homemade mix, winter gift, cozy recipe, sourdough gift, hot chocolate mix