Hot cocoa bombs are all the rage these days, and these Gingerbread House Hot Cocoa Bombs are something you are definitely going to want to try.
Not only will you get to experience an absolutely magical cup of gingerbread flavored hot cocoa, but these adorable gingerbread houses will also amaze everyone! Take your holidays to the next level with this super simple magic!
Gingerbread House Hot Cocoa Bombs
What Kind of Chocolate Can You Use to Make Hot Cocoa Bombs?
I like to use melting chocolates because they are easier to work with, the chocolate is smoother, and they’re less prone to seizing up if they get a little hot by accident. Not to say they won't’ seize, but they’re less prone to doing so
I have made hot cocoa bombs with regular chocolate chips and while you CAN do it, regular chocolate chips can be harder to work with. When using regular chocolate chips it is more common for the chocolate to crack as it is coming out of the mold, and in my opinion it’s just not worth the hassle.
Candy melts are also pre-colored making it simple to decorate. With pre-colored candy melts you don’t have to worry about the chocolate seizing up as you color it - easier is always better right?
What Do You Put Inside Hot Cocoa Bombs?
There are no hard and fast rules as to what you can stuff inside your hot cocoa bombs. When making your hot cocoa bombs one thing to keep in mind is what do you want the experience to be? I like to follow the rule that simple is magical.
If you’re using a candy or other non-marshmallow stuffing, you need to think about including something that’s going to:
- Add flavor
- Melt
- Compliment the Chocolate
What do I mean by this? Well, if you just put something inside that doesn’t add flavor, what’s the point?! Seems like a waste. Sprinkles are a necessary part of the experience. It is so much fun to see the sprinkles swirling around with the marshmallows when your hot cocoa bomb explodes!
No matter what you stuff your hot cocoa bomb with make sure it will melt because you're drinking this and you don’t want to choke.
And finally, make sure the chocolate is going to be complimented, because you don’t want a gross tasting cup of hot cocoa.
How Many Marshmallows Do You Put Inside Hot Cocoa Bombs?
As many as you want that will fit in the hot cocoa bomb. The marshmallows are going to melt in the hot cocoa, so you can put more than I did. I did somewhere between 5-8, so plenty, but if you want more, stuff that hot cocoa bomb full!
What Do You Need to Make Gingerbread House Hot Cocoa Bombs?
- 4 cups Chocolate Candy Melts
- 2 cups Hot Chocolate Mix
- 2 cups Mini Marshmallows
- ¼ cup Vibrant Green Candy Melts
- ¼ cup Red Candy Melts
- Gingerbread House Mold
How To Make Gingerbread House Hot Cocoa Bombs
- Place chocolate candy melts in a microwave safe bowl and melt in the microwave per the directions on the package.
- Place 2 tablespoon melted candy melt into one of the gingerbread house molds and, using the bottom of your tablespoon measuring spoon, press the chocolate up the sides of the mold, keeping it thick but even. Repeat with all of the molds.
- On a baking sheet, lined with a non-stick silicone baking sheet or parchment paper, draw a small square of chocolate with a decorating bag and small piping tip, large enough to serve as a bottom for the gingerbread houses. Repeat drawing 6 squares.
- Working with the first square of chocolate you made, fill it in with a solid filling of chocolate, making it about ¼ inch thick and as flat as you can possibly make it.
- Place the chocolate filled molds and baking sheet into the freezer for 5 minutes.
- Remove molds from the freezer and gently slide the chocolate out of the mold.
- Fill the molds with 2 tablespoon hot chocolate mix and 10-15 mini marshmallows.
- Press one of the chocolate squares onto the bottom of a house, then using the remaining melted chocolate in your decorating bag with the small piping tip, form a join line between the chocolate square and the house, joining the two pieces.
- Place the red and green candy melts into separate microwave-safe bowls and melt them per the directions on the package.
- Using the melted colored candy melts in your decorating bag with the small piping tip, add tiny Christmas trees next to the door on the gingerbread house, add a wreath above the door and additional decorations as desired.
- Place the hot cocoa bombs into the freezer for 5 minutes to get them to set, then remove and store in an airtight container until you’re ready to use.
- To use the hot cocoa bombs, place them in a mug and pour 2 cups hot milk over the top. Stir until the hot cocoa bombs are completely melted and enjoy!
If you’re loving these easy Gingerbread House Hot Cocoa Bombs, but you’re not quite ready to break out the candy melts, be sure to pin it to your favorite holiday recipes board on Pinterest so you can find it again quick when you’re ready to get making!
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Gingerbread House Hot Cocoa Bombs
This is the funnest and most decadent gift idea for anyone who loves hot cocoa. But the best part is that making Gingerbread House Hot Cocoa Bombs is SO FAST and EASY!
Ingredients
- 4 cups Chocolate Candy Melts
- 2 cups Hot Chocolate Mix
- 2 cups Mini Marshmallows
- ¼ cup Vibrant Green Candy Melts
- ¼ cup Red Candy Melts
Instructions
- Place chocolate candy melts in a microwave safe bowl and melt in the microwave per the directions on the package.
- Place 2 tablespoon melted candy melt into one of the gingerbread house molds and, using the bottom of your tablespoon measuring spoon, press the chocolate up the sides of the mold, keeping it thick but even. Repeat with all of the molds.
- On a baking sheet, lined with a non-stick silicone baking sheet or parchment paper, draw a small square of chocolate with a decorating bag and small piping tip, large enough to serve as a bottom for the gingerbread houses. Repeat drawing 6 squares.
- Working with the first square of chocolate you made, fill it in with a solid filling of chocolate, making it about ¼ inch thick and as flat as you can possibly make it.
- Place the chocolate filled molds and baking sheet into the freezer for 5 minutes.
- Remove molds from the freezer and gently slide the chocolate out of the mold.
- Fill the molds with 2 tablespoon hot chocolate mix and 10-15 mini marshmallows.
- Press one of the chocolate squares onto the bottom of a house, then using the remaining melted chocolate in your decorating bag with the small piping tip, form a join line between the chocolate square and the house, joining the two pieces.
- Place the red and green candy melts into separate microwave-safe bowls and melt them per the directions on the package.
- Using the melted colored candy melts in your decorating bag with the small piping tip, add tiny Christmas trees next to the door on the gingerbread house, add a wreath above the door and additional decorations as desired.
- Place the hot cocoa bombs into the freezer for 5 minutes to get them to set, then remove and store in an airtight container until you’re ready to use.
- To use the hot cocoa bombs, place them in a mug and pour 2 cups hot milk over the top. Stir until the hot cocoa bombs are completely melted and enjoy!
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 1321Total Fat: 39gSaturated Fat: 24gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 26mgSodium: 862mgCarbohydrates: 224gFiber: 9gSugar: 177gProtein: 19g
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