Get ready to transform your holiday beverage experience with these adorable and delightful Christmas Tree Hot Cocoa Bombs! Imagine the excitement of watching a festive green chocolate sphere melt into a steaming mug of milk, revealing a surprise of marshmallows and rich cocoa mix. These Instagram-worthy treats are not just a drink, but an interactive dessert experience that will wow both kids and adults alike. Perfect for holiday parties, cozy winter nights, or as a magical gift, these hot cocoa bombs will become your new favorite seasonal tradition!
Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 6 bombs
Ingredients
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup hot cocoa mix
- 1/4 cup mini marshmallows
- Green food coloring
- 1/4 cup sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare your silicone sphere molds by ensuring they are clean and completely dry.
- Melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl, heating in 30-second intervals and stirring between each interval until smooth and fully melted.
- Add a few drops of green food coloring to the melted chocolate and mix thoroughly to create a festive tree-like color.
- Using a pastry brush, carefully coat the inside of each sphere mold with the green-tinted melted chocolate, ensuring an even and thick layer covers the entire interior.
- Place the chocolate-coated molds in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes to allow the chocolate to set completely.
- Once hardened, gently remove the chocolate half-spheres from the molds.
- Fill half of the spheres with hot cocoa mix and mini marshmallows, leaving a clean rim for sealing.
- Warm a clean plate or skillet slightly, then briefly touch the empty chocolate sphere's rim to create a melted edge.
- Quickly press the filled and empty spheres together to create a sealed round bomb.
- Roll the sealed bombs in holiday sprinkles to decorate and add festive flair.
- Store the completed hot cocoa bombs in a cool, dry place until ready to use.
- To serve, place a bomb in a mug and pour hot milk over it, watching it melt and release the cocoa mix and marshmallows.
Tips
- Use high-quality chocolate chips for the best melting and flavor
- Ensure your silicone molds are completely dry before adding chocolate to prevent seizing
- Work in a cool environment to help chocolate set quickly
- Use a clean, dry pastry brush for even chocolate coating
- If the chocolate cracks while molding, gently reheat and re-coat
- Experiment with different sprinkle colors and types for unique decorations
- Store in an airtight container in a cool place to maintain freshness
- For extra festivity, try adding peppermint bits or edible glitter to your sprinkle mix
- Allow the hot milk to sit for 1-2 minutes to fully melt the bomb and release all ingredients
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 5mg
