The Kitchn: Baking Expert Kristina Lavallee Shares Her Favorite Store-Bought Hot Cocoa Mix

In a feature by The Kitchn titled “The Best Store-Bought Hot Cocoa Mix, According to Chefs,” baking expert and founder of The Cake Girl, Kristina Lavallee, shares her professional perspective on what separates an average cocoa mix from one that delivers true chocolate depth and balance.

Drawing from years of professional baking experience, Kristina explains what she looks for in a store-bought hot cocoa: real cocoa flavor, smooth texture, and richness without artificial sweetness. Her recommendation reflects the same standards she applies in her bakery — quality ingredients, consistency, and an elevated finish.

This feature reinforces Kristina’s reputation as a trusted culinary authority whose expertise extends beyond cakes and desserts into broader kitchen and ingredient knowledge — a quality that national food publications consistently turn to.

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