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Hot Cocoa Bombs Recipe

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Fun and cozy hot cocoa bombs made with rich chocolate shells filled with cocoa mix and mini marshmallows. Drop one into a mug of hot milk and watch it melt into a creamy, festive hot chocolate treat.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes (includes chilling)
  • Yield: 7 hot cocoa bombs
  • Category: Drinks
  • Method: No-Bake, Chilling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1 (3.5 oz) bar Lindt 70% dark chocolate
  • 7 tbsp hot chocolate mix (any brand like Nestle, Ovaltine, etc.)
  • Mini marshmallows
  • Cooking spray (optional, for molds)

Instructions

  1. Melt chocolate chips and dark chocolate in a double boiler or microwave until smooth.
  2. Lightly spray molds with cooking spray and wipe gently, leaving a thin coat.
  3. Add 1 tbsp of melted chocolate into each mold and spread evenly to coat the inside walls.
  4. Refrigerate molds for 20 minutes to set.
  5. Once chocolate is firm, add 1 tbsp hot cocoa mix to each chocolate shell.
  6. Top with mini marshmallows, filling to the rim but not overflowing.
  7. Cover with remaining melted chocolate and smooth the tops to seal.
  8. Refrigerate for 45 minutes until fully set.
  9. Gently loosen edges and remove cocoa bombs from molds.

Notes

  • Customize with flavored cocoa, crushed candy canes, or flavored marshmallows.
  • Drizzle white chocolate or add edible glitter for decoration.
  • Use silicone molds for easy removal.
  • Store at room temperature (cool environment) or in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
  • Drop into a mug and pour hot milk over to serve.

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