Peppermint Hot Chocolate Mix

PEPPERMINT HOT CHOCOLATE MIX

1 1/2 cups instant nonfat dry milk powder
1/4 tsp. cornstarch
1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup white chocolate chips
1/2 cup red and/or dark green decorating sugar
6 cups milk
8 red, green, and white candy canes, crushed (1 cup)
Whipped cream, christmas sprinkles and additional candy canes, optional

Stir together dry milk powder and cornstarch. In 1-qt. pitcher or jar, layer half of milk mixture, cocoa, remaining milk mixture, sugar, crushed candy canes and chocolate chips. Cover tightly with plastic wrap. For gift, attach a bow and tag with directions below. To make hot chocolate, combine mix, 6 cups milk, and 1 1/2 cups water in pot; bring to boil over medium heat, whisking. Reduce heat to low; cook, stirring often, until slightly thickened, 1 to 2 minutes. If desired, serve with whipped cream, sprinkles, and candy canes. Makes 12 servings.