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Homemade Nesquik Recipe is simple to make with only 2 ingredients. My family loves chocolate milk so now we can make their favorite chocolate mix at home.
Nesquik Chocolate Milk Recipe:
My kids love chocolate milk. Yes, they will drink plain milk but putting chocolate mix in their milk take it to the next level. I love making this simple recipe at home. It is only 2 ingredients that I already have in my pantry.
There are a ton of ingredients in Nesquick that are primarily used as preservatives that I don’t really want in my kiddos little systems. Making it at home is budget friendly and I know exactly what is being placed in the chocolate mix.
When you see how easy this is, you’ll be making your own in no time! You only need 2 ingredients (and maybe a cute little mason jar). Are you ready to make your own homemade Nesquik? You are going to be amazed how easy it is to make.
Ingredients
- Cocoa Powder (any kind will do)
- Granulated sugar
I have seen some people say they like to add a small amount of salt, but that is completely optional. Honestly? We have so much added salt in a variety of foods and drinks that I really try to leave it out when I can. Just do what you prefer.
How to make Homemade nesquik
Be prepared this is going to go quickly… It is so easy.
- First, add your cocoa powder and granulated sugar to a mason jar. Secure the lid and shake until well mixed. That is all you need to do.
- You can make as little or as much as you want.
How to make Chocolate Milk:
We love a good glass of chocolate milk. Follow these easy steps to make the best chocolate milk:
- To make a delicious cup of chocolate milk, put a couple of teaspoons of the homemade Nesquick in a glass.
- Add about a tablespoon of very warm water and mix until powder is dissolved.
- Add desired amount of cold milk and enjoy.
If you are wondering about the warm water – cocoa powder can be difficult to fully incorporate in cold drinks. The warm water helps dissolve the cocoa powder and sugar so when you add your cold milk you won’t be left with unsightly clumps of homemade Nesquick on the top of your milk.
Once you add your milk, you’ll never know there is a tiny bit of water in there but it really helps to make the texture so smooth and creamy. Your kids will ask for this all the time!
Any Milk will be great!
Any type of milk works great with this Nesquik recipe. We typically buy almond milk or low fat milk. But you can also use whole milk.
I have always bought the lower fat milk so my kids don’t know the difference especially if they mix it with a little chocolate. There have been times that my kids will use chocolate syrup but we prefer the Nesquik powder mix.
Chocolate milk is a treat at my house. It is perfect with some warm cookies.
This is much cheaper to make!
The average cost for a 10 ounce container of Nesquick will probably set you back about $3. I was able to find Best Choice Cocoa Powder marked down (right after Christmas) for only $1. I was also able to get a 4 pound bag of sugar for only $1 (it was on sale and I had a coupon).
Even if I used and entire container of cocoa powder and sugar (which I didn’t), this would still cost you less than a container of Nesquick! You really have no reason as to why you shouldn’t try to make this homemade Nesquick today!
It’s so yummy and frugal too. Also try our Copycat Wendy’s Frosty Recipe.
Try making this nesquik recipe!
Homemade nesquik is so easy and saves a bunch of money over store bought. If your kids love chocolate milk as much as mine do, this is a must try. Homemade chocolate milk is very easy and tastes amazing.
You can feel good knowing your kiddos are not getting any extra ingredients. It really is just 2 very simple ingredients. As a mom, this is so comforting and just makes me feel better.
The kids get to enjoy something they like and I save money and can give them something at the same time. Let us know once you try it! I think everyone will love it.
Make sure to let us know how it turns out for you. I have a feeling once you start making it, you will be hooked!
How to store:
Storing your Nesquik mix is very easy to do. We like to keep in a designated mason jar or an airtight container.
I even leave a specific teaspoon next to the jar so my kids can easily make their chocolate milk.
Print this nesquik recipe below:
Homemade Nesquik
Ingredients
- 1 ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- ⅔ cup cocoa powder
- ⅛ tsp salt optional
Instructions
- Place all of the ingredients in a mason jar.
- Secure lid and shake powdered mixture until completely mixed.
- To make chocolate milk, add 1-2 teaspoons of homemade nesquick to 1 tablespoon hot water. Stir until dissolved. Add desired amount of cold milk, stir and enjoy.
I was looking for something I could convert to low carb and this is amazing! I used Splenda in place of the sugar and used unsweetened plain almond milk. Super low carb and tastes better than the real thing! Thank you for sharing ??
How do I make hot cocoa using homemade Nesquik powder?
Stir in warmed milk instead of cold milk with the Nesquik to make hot cocoa. It’s delicious!
This is delicious. We make this in to hot cocoa too. Just stir it in to very warm milk. I also found a powdered vanilla bean on Amazon that I add to this recipe. It takes it over the top!
Love this recipe but wasn’t quite like nesquick but after adding vanilla it was spot on
This is really good. We mixed up several batches and made 4 gallons of chocolate milk for a girl’s camp. They weren’t drinking the regular milk very much, so one of the other leaders said too bad we don’t have some nesquick. No store nearby but we had the ingredients and pinterest. It was so good. A big hit. THANK YOU!
I’m so glad you all enjoyed it! Thank you for sharing!
This is very good! Thanks for sharing!
This is very good but it does not taste like Nestles Quik. I’ve been drinking Nestle’s quick for 60 years. Nestle’s has their own unique chocolate flavor. However, I love chocolate milk and will make this again and also recommended it.
Wow, why have I been buying nesquick for the past 30 years when it so easy to make. Thank you for sharing, it is very nice
Can I use Splenda instead of sugar in the chocolate recipe? I am diabetic so need less sugar.
Yes I think that will work.
this mix is THE BEST!!!
My nieces love chocolate milk but I never have the mix on hand. This one is great for last minute because it’s made with things I always have in the cupboard. Also, the girls loved making their own!
Now if you have a recipe for Strawberry Quik that would make my son happy!
Yes, I would love that too!
I think that the problem with it not resolving and having to put it in a little hot water first is because of the cocoa you use. Guess what? I just bough from DOLLAR GENERAL Nesquick cocoa! Now I can really stretch out my Nestle Quick fix.
Oh wow! That’s awesome!
This is just like the original! So yummy.
I usually make my kids a shake with the store bought stuff, adding milk, ice, banana, peanut butter and spinach. Can I just add this powder like normal instead of using the store bought stuff? or do I need to still add it to a tablespoon of hot water before putting it in the blender?
I haven’t tried that before but I think you could just add it to the blender since you have the milk in there. The blender should combine it thoroughly with the other ingredients. I hope you enjoy it!
Have you ever tried using powdered sugar in this recipe or your hot chocolate recipe?
I haven’t tried it but I think it would work great!
The homemade stuff is so much better, isn’t it? Something that might be a bit easier (less messy?) is making your own Hershey’s chocolate syrup. It’s is great for ice cream topping AND for chocolate milk….Here’s the recipe: 1 1/2 cups sugar; 3/4 cup cocoa powder; dash salt; 1 cup hot water; 2 tsp vanilla extract. In saucepan combine sugar, cocoa and salt. Gradually add water, stirring to keep mixture smooth. Cook over medium heat; stirring constantly til mixture boils; boil and stir 3 minutes. Remove from heat, add vanilla. Pour into heatproof container (fills a pint jar). Cool, cover and refrigerate. Keeps for several weeks refrigerated. Enjoy!