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Learn how to make the best DIY Peppermint Hot Chocolate Bombs with this easy tutorial! This recipe is easy to make, fun to drink and makes a great handmade stocking stuffer or Christmas gift that everyone will love! #Peppermint #HotChocolate #Recipe #ChristmasRecipe #FoodGift #Handmade #handmadegiftidea
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The Best DIY Peppermint Hot Chocolate Bombs Recipe

Prep Time30 minutes
Resting Time4 hours
Course: Dessert, Drinks
Servings: 6 Hot Chocolate Bombs
Author: Crystal

Ingredients

  • 1 12 ounce package dark chocolate chips
  • 1 packet instant dark cocoa mix
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows
  • 4 to 5 peppermint candies crushed
  • ¼ cup white chocolate chips

When Making Hot Chocolate:

  • 6 cups hot milk to make the bombs

Other Equipment

  • Hot Chocolate Bomb Mold

Instructions

  • Place the dark chocolate chips in a microwave safe bowl and microwave in 30 second intervals, stirring between each interval, until the chocolate chips are fully melted.
    Instructions to make the best peppermint hot cocoa bomb recipe!
  • Put a spoonful of melted chocolate inside one cup on the silicone mold and use the back of the spoon to spread the chocolate up the sides of the mold. Continue this process until all the molds are coated. Set the remaining chocolate aside for sealing and decorating the bombs.
    Instructions to make the best peppermint hot cocoa bomb recipe!
  • Allow the chocolate to set completely, around 2 to 3 hours. You can speed up the process by placing the chocolate in the refrigerator.
  • When the chocolate is set, remove each of the chocolate pieces from the mold. Add a small amount of instant hot cocoa mix to half the pieces.
    Instructions to make the best peppermint hot cocoa bomb recipe!
  • Top the hot cocoa mix with marshmallows and crushed peppermint candy.
    Instructions to make the best peppermint hot cocoa bomb recipe!
  • Reheat the chocolate in 15 second intervals until melted. Pick up an empty chocolate piece and dip the edges into the melted chocolate.
    Instructions to make the best peppermint hot cocoa bomb recipe!
  • Carefully place it on top of a filled piece and lightly press it into place. Use your finger to smooth melted chocolate around the seam. Continue until all the chocolate bombs are sealed.
    Instructions to make the best peppermint hot cocoa bomb recipe!
  • Melt the white chocolate chips in 15 second intervals until melted, then place the remaining semi-sweet chocolate and white chocolate in piping bags. Drizzle the chocolate over the top of the bombs to decorate. Finish decorating by sprinkling the remaining crushed peppermint candy on top of the chocolate drizzles. Allow the chocolate decorations to set before using, around 1 hour.
    Instructions to make the best peppermint hot cocoa bomb recipe!
  • To make the hot chocolate bombs, place the bomb in the bottom of a mug. Pour one cup of hot milk over the top of the bomb to melt the chocolate. When the chocolate is completely melted, stir to combine.