Description
Create fun, festive Peppermint Hot Chocolate Bombs perfect for a holiday treat. These edible surprises melt in hot milk to deliver a rich chocolate and mint experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 ounces chocolate, melting wafers or good quality chocolate, chopped
- 1/2 cup hot cocoa mix
- 1/4 cup crushed peppermint candies or candy canes
- Marshmallows
- Peppermint extract (optional)
Instructions
- Melt the chocolate using a double boiler or microwave in short bursts, stirring until smooth.
- Use a silicone sphere mold (about 2 inches wide). Spoon a small amount of melted chocolate into the bottom half of each mold cavity.
- Use the back of a small spoon to spread the chocolate up the sides of the mold, creating a shell. Ensure the chocolate is thick enough to hold its shape.
- Place the molds in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes until the chocolate is set.
- Gently remove the hardened chocolate shells from the mold.
- Warm a flat plate slightly. Take one chocolate shell and quickly touch the rim onto the warm plate to slightly melt the edge.
- Place the melted-rim shell onto a piece of parchment paper.
- Fill the shell halfway with hot cocoa mix, a few marshmallows, and a pinch of crushed peppermint. Add a tiny drop of peppermint extract if desired.
- Take a second chocolate shell. Slightly melt its rim on the warm plate.
- Carefully place the second shell on top of the filled shell to seal the bomb, pressing gently to join the edges.
- Decorate the outside of the bomb with extra melted chocolate drizzle and more crushed peppermint.
- Allow the bombs to set completely before using.
- To serve, place one bomb in a mug and pour very hot milk over it. Stir until melted and enjoy the burst of flavor.
Notes
- Use high-quality melting chocolate for the best shine and snap.
- If you don’t have a sphere mold, you can make chocolate cups instead.
- Crush your peppermint candies finely for even distribution.
- Store the completed bombs in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Molding and Melting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bomb
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