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Hot Chocolate Bombs have taken the internet by storm. You’ve probably seen these gorgeous culinary art pieces in a TikTok video or on IG live. Who knew that you could have your hot chocolate and play with it too? Coming in from the cold temps this winter will be even better with this recipe.
This Hot Chocolate Bomb recipe is simple and, even better, you can come up with fun variations to kick off your Valentine’s Day get-togethers or upcoming girls’ night in! If you love being creative in the kitchen then Hot Chocolate Bombs are your chance to shine.
Tag me in your creations! I can’t wait to see how your Hot Chocolate Bombs come out.
What You Need To Know About This Hot Chocolate Bomb Recipe:
Art meets an old classic favorite.
These Cocoa Bombs have hard shells of chocolate that have a packed-full center of confectionary goodness. Depending on the recipe, you may find mini marshmallows, caramel, or chocolate syrup inside of a Hot Chocolate Bomb. A pour-over of hot milk activates the bomb and it unfolds into the best hot chocolate that you’ll ever have.
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Hot Chocolate Bomb or Cocoabombs?
Call it what you like, they’re both the same thing! Chocolate bomb, cocoabomb, hot cocoa bombs, etc. It’s like the new tomato-tomatah/potato-potatah.
Not sure I’ve ever actually heard someone say potatah though 🤔
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Key Ingredients for DIY Hot Chocolate Bombs
Powdered Sugar
Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
Chopped Chocolate (milk chocolate, semi-sweet, or dark)
Powdered Milk (whole milk or non-fat)
Chocolate Candy Coating or chocolate wafers
Mini Marshmallows – I like Dandies All Natural Marshmallows
Sprinkles, for garnish (optional) – I get my gluten free sprinkles from Sweetapolita. (not sponsored)
Equipment Needed to Make Hot Chocolate Bombs
small mixing bowl or mason jar
small saucepan or microwavable bowl
round Hot Chocolate Bomb Molds
medium non-stick pan
How to Make Hot Chocolate Bombs
Step 1. Mix together the Hot Chocolate Powder ingredients.
Step 2. Melt the chocolate candy coating according to the package directions.
Step 3. Fill each of the wells with 1-2 tablespoons of melted chocolate. Spread the chocolate around using a spoon or small offset spatula then chill in the fridge for 5 minutes, or until it has hardened completely.
Step 4. Carefully remove the chocolate wells from the mold.
Step 5. Fill half of the chocolate wells with hot chocolate powder and mini marshmallows.
Step 6. Heat a nonstick pan over medium-high heat until it is barely warm. Place the rim of unfilled chocolate onto the pan for 1-2 seconds, or until the edges start to melt. Carefully remove the chocolate from the pan and place it on top of the filled chocolate well.
Step 7. Press gently on top of the filled half to seal the two together.
Step 8. Decorate with melted chocolate and sprinkles, if desired.
Step 9. To serve, add a hot chocolate bomb to a large mug. Pour over hot milk and stir until all of the chocolate has melted.
Tips for Making Hot Chocolate Bombs
I highly recommend using chocolate candy coating (also called chocolate bark or almond bark) in this recipe because it melts and rehardens easily and shinily. If you don’t have chocolate candy coating, you can use tempered chocolate– but make sure to use tempered, not just melted.
Wearing gloves while making the hot chocolate bombs will help prevent fingerprints on the outside.
Powdered milk is optional but it gives the hot chocolate an extra creaminess– and it’s available in most grocery stores. For best results, use whole milk powder.
Other Drink Recipes To Try
Easy Mint Mocha Coffee
White Chocolate Hot Cocoa Bombs
23 Coffee Drinks You Can Make at Home
St. Patrick’s Day Hot Chocolate Bombs – coming soon!
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Simple Homemade Hot Chocolate Bombs
Yield:
6
Prep Time:
20 minutes
Total Time:
20 minutes
They’re easy to make and SNOW much fun to drink!
Ingredients
Hot Chocolate Powder
½ cup powdered or superfine sugar
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa
¼ cup chopped chocolate
2 tablespoons powdered milk (see notes)
Hot Chocolate Bombs
16 ounces chocolate candy coating or milk Chocolate Wafers (see notes)
1 cup hot chocolate powder
1/2 cup mini marshmallows
Sprinkles, for garnish
Instructions
Make the Hot Chocolate Powder
To make the hot chocolate powder, combine all of the ingredients in a small bowl or jar (a mason jar works well for this).
Store at room temperature until ready to use.
Make the Hot Chocolate Bombs
Melt the chocolate candy coating according to the package directions.
Fill each of the wells with 1-2 tablespoons of melted chocolate. Spread the chocolate around using a spoon or small offset spatula. Don’t forget to spread the chocolate all the way to the top-- you want to have a thick edge so your chocolate bomb doesn’t break.
Place the chocolate in the fridge for 5 minutes, or until it has hardened completely.
Carefully remove the chocolate wells from the mold.
Fill half of the chocolate wells with hot chocolate powder and mini marshmallows.
Heat a nonstick pan over medium-high heat until it is barely warm.
Place the rim of unfilled chocolate onto the pan for 1-2 seconds, or until the edges start to melt.
Carefully remove the chocolate from the pan and place it on top of the filled chocolate well. Press gently to seal the two together.
Decorate with melted chocolate and sprinkles, if desired.
To serve, add a hot chocolate bomb to a large mug. Pour over hot milk and stir until all of the chocolate has melted.
Notes
I highly recommend using chocolate candy coating (also called chocolate bark or almond bark) in this recipe because it melts and rehardens easily and shinily. If you don’t have chocolate candy coating, you can use tempered chocolate-- but make sure to use tempered, not just melted. I suggest Guittard Milk Chocolate Wafers.
Wearing gloves while making the hot chocolate bombs will help prevent fingerprints on the outside.
Powdered milk is optional but it gives the hot chocolate an extra creaminess-- and it’s available in most grocery stores.
Recommended Products
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Certified Organic Whole Milk Powder (1lb), Hoosier Hill Farm, Gluten free Hormone free
Silicone Baking Mold for Making Hot Chocolate Bombs (2 Packs)
Guittard A'Peels Milk Chocolate
Aquach Coffee Glass Mugs Set of 4, 12 oz, Including Wooden Cup Holder Tree, 6 Hooks
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Cuisine:
American
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Category: Drinks + Cocktails
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