Reviewed: Dec. 20, 2011

This recipe was just ok. When prepared exactly as specified, it is too watery & not chocolatey enough. To make it creamier, I added two boxes of chocolate pudding mix, and to make it more flavorful, I added 2 tbsp salt & 1 cup unsweetened cocoa. I also recommend 4 tbsp added to 8 oz of water, or use milk!

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Jillian

Reviewed: Mar. 5, 2011

Kids (12, 10) loved this! They even added some to cold milk! I reduced the recipe t0 5 servings so we could try it before making a larger batch. It's a keeper!

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Johanna

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Cooking Level: Expert

Reviewed: Dec. 22, 2010

It tasted kinda watery with only a mild chocolate flavor so I added a couple more ounces of creamer, a total of four boxes of pudding mix, 1 1/2 cups more of powdered sugar, a cup of granulated sugar and a cup of cocoa powder. My daughter discovered that it has a very creamy taste and consistency when made with milk instead of water. Nice basic recipe to build on.

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lavonne_parker

Cooking Level: Expert

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Living In: San Marcos, Texas, USA

Reviewed: Dec. 13, 2010

As written, this recipe is worthy of giving as a gift for the holidays. But, a couple of alterations put it over the top! I added a box of instant pudding as suggested by others, which gave it a wonderful creaminess. I also threw in a little Herseys Special Dark baking cocoa...WONDERFUL! I whizzed it in the food processor for a bit, to give it a nice smooth consistency. It dissolves nicely that way. This is a gift, so I taste~tested a cup before shipping, adding a sprinkle of cinnamon to my cup...Soooo good! I'm sending this with mini marshmallows and coconut macaroons III from this site. Merry merry!

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Darkgardyner

Cooking Level: Expert

Reviewed: Dec. 12, 2010

I made this today to give away as Christmas gifts to coworkers. I did as the other reviews suggested and added the box of pudding and cinnamon. I also used double the hot chocolate mix and about a cup of cocoa powder. Unfortunately I still didn't find the hot chocolate--chocolatey. If I hadn't, I am afraid it would have tasted like sweet hot milk. I was looking for something really rich and decadent that you can't get out of a packet, but this tastes just like the extra creamy swiss miss with a touch of cinnamon. Still yummy, dont get me wrong, just not really that special.

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michellebaxley

Reviewed: Dec. 8, 2010

Not impressed. Definitely not chocolate-y enough. I ended up adding 2 pkgs of chocolate pudding, like others suggested, and 1/2 c cocoa, and still didn't like it. Won't be making this again.

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KBrat

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Reviewed: Nov. 29, 2010

Made this twice. As written, and then with the addition of chocolate pudding and a pinch of salt. I found it too watery both ways, but better tasting with the pudding. Won't make this particular recipe again though.

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Kelly

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Reviewed: Nov. 15, 2010

Excelllent Recipe, Added 1 box of choc pudding and 2 oz unsweetened dry cocoa, to make the chocolate a little richer. Yum. My family will be drinking this all winter!

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eener

Reviewed: Sep. 23, 2010

If the crumbly appearance of the dry milk bothers you, try using Morning Moo's milk (augasonfarms dot com), which is in a true powder form. Great recipe!

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