Hot chocolate bombs are the hottest thing of winter 2020 (quite literally). Mounds hot cocoa bombs are a fun twist on the popular idea with coconut added in (if you don’t like coconut simply don’t add it in).
Mounds Hot Cocoa Bombs
A hot chocolate bomb inspired by the yummy Mound candy bar. These hot cocoa balls are loaded with coconut, hot chocolate, and marshmallows.
If you love hot cocoa try these hot chocolate spoons!
What is a hot cocoa bombs?
A hot cocoa bomb is a hollow chocolate ball that is filled with hot chocolate powder, marshmallows, and more! When you place in a mug full of hot steamy milk they basically explode and create a tasty hot cocoa drink in a few seconds. Hot cocoa bombs are popular for the holidays and winter months – a magical twist on traditional hot chocolate.
Hot Chocolate Bomb Molds
You will need molds to make hot chocolate balls. You can use bath bomb molds or cake pop molds. It is best to place the molds in a cupcake tin to keep them level. Here are the molds that I used.
How to enjoy hot chocolate bombs
To use the hot cocoa bombs just place them in a mug and pour 2 cups hot milk over the top. Stir well until the hot cocoa bombs are completely melted and enjoy!
More easy dessert recipes:
- Christmas Popcorn
- Peppermint Chocolate Bark
- Candy Cane Cake
- White Chocolate Candy Cane Cookies
- Christmas Cake Batter Dip
Hot Cocoa Bomb Ingredients
- Chocolate Candy Melts
- Hot Chocolate Mix
- Mini Marshmallows
- Shredded Coconut
How to make hot chocolate bombs
Begin by placing the chocolate candy melts in a microwave safe bowl and melt in the microwave per the directions on the package.
Then place 1 tablespoon of melted candy melt into one half of a bomb mold and using a spoon press the chocolate up the sides of the mold. Make sure the chocolate coating is thick but still even. Repeat with 12 bomb mold halves.
Place the chocolate filled molds into the freezer for 5 minutes to allow them to set.
Remove molds from the freezer and gently tap the sides of the mold. Press on one side of the chocolate to make the chocolate slide out of the mold.
After that fill 6 of the molds with 2 tablespoons of hot chocolate mix, 1 tablespoon of shredded coconut, and 6-8 mini marshmallows.
Next heat a plate in the microwave until the surface of the plate is warm to the touch.
Press one of the empty chocolate bomb halves open-side-down onto the flat portion of the warm plate for about 10 seconds to gently melt the rim of the chocolate cup.
Then immediately place the warmed edge chocolate cup to the top of one of the hot cocoa filled cups. This will join the two halves of the hot cocoa bomb. Add a thin layer of melted chocolate to the outside of the ball to seal it.
Using a piping bag drizzle the remaining candy melts over the hot cocoa bombs then immediately follow by adding a few pinches of coconut shreds and a dusting of hot cocoa mix on top.
Put the hot cocoa bombs back into the freezer for 5 minutes to get them to set.
Finally remove from the freezer and store in an airtight container until you’re ready to use.
What You Need
- 2 cups Chocolate Candy Melts
- 2 cups Hot Chocolate Mix
- 3 cups Mini Marshmallows
- 1/2 cup Shredded Coconut
Directions
Begin by placing the chocolate candy melts in a microwave safe bowl and melt in the microwave per the directions on the package.
Then place 1 tablespoon of melted candy melt into one half of a bomb mold and using a spoon press the chocolate up the sides of the mold. Make sure the chocolate coating is thick but still even. Repeat with 12 bomb mold halves.
Place the chocolate filled molds into the freezer for 5 minutes to allow them to set.
Remove molds from the freezer and gently tap the sides of the mold. Press on one side of the chocolate to make the chocolate slide out of the mold.
After that fill 6 of the molds with 2 tablespoons of hot chocolate mix, 1 tablespoon of shredded coconut, and 6-8 mini marshmallows.
Next heat a plate in the microwave until the surface of the plate is warm to the touch.
Press one of the empty chocolate bomb halves open-side-down onto the flat portion of the warm plate for about 10 seconds to gently melt the rim of the chocolate cup.
Then immediately place the warmed edge chocolate cup to the top of one of the hot cocoa filled cups. This will join the two halves of the hot cocoa bomb.
Add a thin layer of melted chocolate to the outside of the ball to seal it.
Using a piping bag drizzle the remaining candy melts over the hot cocoa bombs then immediately follow by adding a few pinches of coconut shreds and a dusting of hot cocoa mix on top.
Put the hot cocoa bombs back into the freezer for 5 minutes to get them to set.
Finally remove from the freezer and store in an airtight container until you’re ready to use.
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