Hot cocoa bombs are the perfect treat for when you’re feeling cozy. Boil a cup of your favorite hot cocoa, add a bomb and enjoy the comfort of a warm drink with a delicious flavor. They are made up of chocolate spheres and marshmallows and can be found in a variety of flavors to fit your taste.
Hot cocoa bombs are perfect for sipping on their own or stirring into your favorite hot drink. This delightful treat is a delicious dessert alternative that is sure to please guests of any age. Kids and adults both will enjoy these, as they are fun and sweet and will surely keep them coming back for more. Kids will love the gift of chocolate on their birthday and would especially love to receive piping bags to use for their hot chocolate bombs.
Ingredients used to make a hot chocolate bomb include: Chocolate, marshmallows, sprinkles, and cocoa. This recipe goes great in milk and chocolate milk too! Hot cocoa bombs are the cutest gifts you can give to your family and friends
Ingredients needed to make Hot Cocoa Bombs
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- Spheres mold- sphere molds are used to make the hot chocolate bomb into shape
- Marshmallows -marshmallows are added to give the cocoa bombs their chewy texture and sweet flavor.
- Chocolate-
- Food Thermometer- The thermometer is used to check the temperature of the hot cocoa bomb to ensure that it is not too hot or too cold or too cold. The thermometer can also help you determine what temperature your hot chocolate bomb is at.
- Sprinkles-sprinkles are for decoration
- Piping bag- This is used to seal the spheres together
How To Make Hot Cocoa Bomb
Making a hot cocoa bomb is very easy
Step 1:
The first step is to cut the chocolate of your choice into small pieces. Next, you will need to measure out the amount of cocoa powder you want in your bomb. This is a good starting point, but you can adjust the amount of cocoa powder to your liking.
Step 2:
The next step is to put the chocolate pieces in a microwaveable container and microwave them on low power for 30 seconds. This will make the chocolate soft and easy to work with. You can also put the chocolate pieces in the freezer for a few minutes if you prefer your chocolate
slightly harder.
Step 3:
After stirring the chocolate, return it to the microwave and heat for about 15 seconds, making sure that the temperature does not exceed 90 degrees Fahrenheit.
Step 4:
Repeat the heating process until the chocolate is well melted.
Step 5:
Test whether your chocolate is well-tempered by putting it in the fridge for a few minutes. Check whether it has a lovely sheen or a dull color. If it has a dull color, the chocolate is not tempered. If it has a nice shiny look, the chocolate is tempered. If the chocolate is not tempered, test whether it gets better when placed in the microwave for a few seconds. If not, continue to heat and test again.
Step 6:
Once the chocolate is well tempered, it’s time to put it into the molds. using a paintbrush, paint a thin layer of chocolate on the molds. You can use a paintbrush to avoid having fingerprints on the molds, repeat the process on the other side and place them in the fridge. Once the molds are cold, remove them from the fridge and peel off the plastic.
Step 7:
Assemble the chocolate molds, fill it 3/4 with
the type of chocolate you like together with marshmallows. After filling the
molds with marshmallows, you can now seal them together with more melted Chocolate.
Step 8
Decorate with sprinkles
Which Chocolate is best for Cocoa Bombs?
The best chocolate to use for cocoa bombs is dark chocolate, which has cocoa butter and doesn’t have many other ingredients. This variety of chocolate imparts a greater flavor and enhances the chocolaty taste. In addition, the high percentage of cacao content gives it a higher chocolate content, which is better for a chocolate bomb.
How to store your Hot Cocoa bombs
You can store hot cocoa bombs in an airtight jar at room temperature for up to two weeks or you can freeze them for up to one month
How to Use Your Hot Cocoa Bombs
To use a cocoa bomb, place it in a mug, boil milk, and then add it to the sweet chocolaty bomb. Stir until the chocolate is melted. This is a great way to drink hot chocolate, without the calories and sugar. The best part is that you can customize your drink, you can add honey or applesauce to taste.
Conclusion
Hot Cocoa bombs are a great way to get kids excited and an awesome gift for any occasion. These can be used as party favors, or they can make fun gifts for family or friends.
FAQ
1. Which is the best chocolate to make a hot cocoa bomb?
The best chocolate to use is the one with fewer ingredients and has cocoa butter in it
2. How long can I store my Cocoa Bomb?
They can be stored up to 3 months in an airtight container at room temperature
