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prepared cocoa bomb topped with crushed candy cane

Hot Chocolate Bombs Recipe

The latest popular holiday trend is Hot Cocoa Bombs. With this Hot Chocolate Bombs Recipe you can make them right at home. Perfect for hot chocolate nights with the kids or to give as Homemade Christmas Gifts.
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Course: desserts
Cuisine: American
Keyword: hot chocolate bombs, hot cocoa bombs
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Additional Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 559kcal

Ingredients

  • COCOA POWDER MIX:
  • 1/3 Cup Powdered Sugar
  • 2 Tablespoons Cocoa Powder
  • 2 ounces Finely Chopped Chocolate
  • 1/4 Cup Crushed Candy Canes*
  • 1/2 Cup Mini Marshmallows
  • COCOA BOMBS:
  • 16 ounce Package Chocolate Bark
  • Hot Cocoa Powder Mix above recipe or store bought
  • Crushed Candy Canes
  • Sprinkles

Instructions

Homemade Cocoa Powder:

  • Combine all of the cocoa powder mix ingredients in a medium bowl. Set aside.

Hot Chocolate Bombs:

  • Melt the chocolate bark according to the package directions. Add a few tablespoons of chocolate to each silicone mold and spread the chocolate around the mold making sure to get a thick, even layer. I like to use a pastry brush to spread the chocolate but a spoon works too.
  • Once there is a thick and even layer in all of the molds, transfer the chocolate to the fridge until it has hardened– about 10 minutes.
  • Once the chocolate is set, carefully remove it from the molds and place it on a tray. I use gloves while handling the chocolate so there aren’t fingerprints on the outside of the cocoa bombs.
  • Fill half of the chocolates with the homemade cocoa powder mix.
    half the chocolates filled with coca mix
  • Heat a small skillet over medium heat just until warm– then remove it from the heat.
  • Place an unfilled chocolate on the pan, rim side down and allow it to sit for 1-2 seconds or until the edge is just beginning to melt. Then, immediately place the melted chocolate edge onto one of the filled chocolates and press them gently to seal. Repeat step with the remaining chocolate bombs.
  • Drizzle any additional chocolate over the bombs and top with festive sprinkles or crushed candy canes.
  • Store the bombs in an airtight container in the fridge until ready to serve.
    To serve, add the hot chocolate bomb to a mug and top with hot milk. Stir until the chocolate has melted and enjoy.

Notes

*Candy canes add a bit of peppermint flavor to the hot chocolate. Omit the crushed candy canes for standard chocolate cocoa bombs.
This recipe uses a homemade hot chocolate powder, but if you don’t want to make your own-- feel free to use a store bought hot cocoa mix!
Adding additional chopped chocolate to the cocoa powder mix is completely optional. Just make sure to chop it really finely so it melts smoothly.
Mini marshmallows are a classic addition to hot chocolate-- feel free to add as much or as little as you like. Dehydrated marshmallow bits work well too.
We are using chocolate bark because it melts smoothly and doesn’t need to be tempered.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 559kcal | Carbohydrates: 74g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 75mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 60g
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