Hot Cocoa Bombs
Last Updated on January 22, 2024 by Allison Lancaster
Hot cocoa bombs are all the rage right now! These delicious white chocolate hot cocoa bombs are a tasty treat for the entire family but also elegant enough to serve at a bridal shower!
Winter…BOO! Am I right? Many of us would rather skip the snow and settle in the sun, but we haven’t figured out how to scoot through the seasons yet so I’m here to help with a delicious and trendy recipe for you…
Are you ready for the most delicious new trend? HOT CHOCOLATE BOMBS!
I think we can all agree that hot chocolate is one of the most delectable winter treats. Now you can make these super popular goodies right at home just by using simple ingredients like milk chocolate, hot cocoa mix, and chocolate chips.
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So get out your supplies, grab the mini marshmallows, a microwave safe bowl, and your favorite spatula because it’s time to make some magic! This hot chocolate mix is a winter favorite and your kids or adults alike, will love these chocolate spheres. It adds a lot more personality to your dessert!
This is definitely a “fun mom” recipe! Your family will love watching these tasty spheres melt and all the fun surprises pop out!
This is definitely a “fun mom” recipe! Your family will love watching these tasty chocolate shells melt and all the fun surprises pop out!
What molds should I use for hot cocoa bombs?
I highly recommend these silicone molds. They are heat resistant, dishwasher safe (yes!) and made of food grade materials which is really important when making something like hot cocoa bombs and makes your life easier when you’re trying to remove the chocolate from it.
How do I store hot cocoa bombs?
The best way to store them is in an airtight container at room temperature. If you are going to give these as gifts or favors at a party, I’d recommend making them a few days ahead of time and then putting them into gift bags, etc. the night before your event!
Are hot chocolate bombs easy to make?
Yes! All you need is a cocoa mix and marshmallows, then you’re good to go. Remember to use a double boiler to melt the chocolate and make sure that they’re finely chopped so you won’t have a hard time when you’re trying to temper the chocolate to make the spheres or to use them to decorate.
Now that you know what you need and what you’ll do, let’s jump to the recipe!
White Chocolate Hot Cocoa Bombs
Ingredients
- 1-12oz bag Wilton White Candy Melts
- Hot Cocoa Bomb Silicone Mold
- Scoopable Hot Cocoa Powder
- Miniature Marshmallows
- Decorating Bag
Instructions
1. Place 12 ounces of candy melts in a microwave safe bowl, heat on 50% power in the microwave for 3-5 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds until melted. 
2. Use a teaspoon to scoop the chocolate into the half circles on the silicone mold, one at a time. Spreading the chocolate evenly onto the sides and bottom of mold until completely coated in melted chocolate. Do the same to all 12 half circles. 
3. Place the silicone molds into the freezer for 2-3 minutes and remove.
4. Add a second layer of melted chocolate to the half circles molds, especially on the edges.
5. Freeze again for another minute and remove.
6. Carefully stretch the silicone molds to remove the half circles.
7. Turn the mold upside down and place the rounded sides in between the molds as a stand while filling.
8. Add 1 tablespoon and of hot cocoa powder to the one side and about 5 mini marshmallows. 
9. Reheat the chocolate if it has hardened and add 4 tablespoons to a decorating bag.
10. Cut a small tip off the decorating bag and frost the edge of one half chocolate circle. Carefully and quickly add an empty chocolate circle on top to make a sphere and hold it in place for 15 seconds or until the chocolate has acted like glue and hardened. 
11. Place onto a plate and drizzle melted chocolate on top with the decorating bag.
12. Let the chocolate harden and place in a glass of warm/hot milk, stir, and watch the bomb melt to see what’s inside or place in an empty glass and pour hot milk on top of the bomb, watching it melt, and then stir.
Knowing how to make these easy hot chocolate bombs won’t give you a hard time anymore thinking of what kind of delicious dessert to serve on a cold winter night, a special occasion, or just something to impress your guests at a party.
