Description
A fun and festive treat that combines rich chocolate and refreshing peppermint for a delightful hot chocolate experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz of good-quality chocolate (semi-sweet, dark, or milk)
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp pure peppermint extract
- 1/2 cup crushed candy canes
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- Silicone molds
Instructions
- Melt the chocolate by chopping it into small pieces and melting in a double boiler or microwave in short bursts.
- Coat the insides of the silicone molds with the melted chocolate using a spoon or pastry brush.
- Chill the coated molds in the refrigerator for 5-10 minutes until the chocolate hardens.
- Fill half of the chocolate shells with a tablespoon of cocoa powder, mini marshmallows, and crushed candy canes.
- Seal the bombs by warming the edges of the empty shells on a warm plate and pressing them together with the filled halves.
- Store the bombs in an airtight container for up to two weeks.
Notes
These hot chocolate bombs make great edible gifts! Enjoy them with a side of whipped cream or sprinkle extra crushed candy canes on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Melting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 hot chocolate bomb
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: peppermint, hot chocolate, winter treats, festive drinks, family recipes