Place all the ingredients in a large bowl and stir until well combined.

Make sure the ingredients are well distributed throughout the mix. Spoon into a pint size mason (canning) jar. Decorate as you wish.

To use, place 2 Tbsp of cocoa mix in a mug and stir in 6 oz of hot milk. Want a bigger serving? Use 3 Tbsp of cocoa mix and 8 oz hot milk. Top with a few mini marshmallows if you like. Then serve.

Use your imagination when decorating your jar. You can use fabric with a winter scene on it. Match ribbon color to your fabric or use a contrasting ribbon. Add a chocolate "spoon" instead of a peppermint stick. Sparky just enjoyed a mug full and gave it 2 thumbs up!

Yes, it has been and continues to be a crazy year and we could all use some quiet comfort. To me, that is a mug of creamy hot cocoa, a fluffy comforter and a good book. Please take care of yourselves and do whatever you can to stay healthy. You all are never far from my thoughts and prayers. So, let's journey on, keep looking up and stay confidant that better days are coming. Hugs and much love from me, Karen, TJG

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