Recipe details
Ingredients
- 200g milk chocolate
- Hot chocolate powder
- Mini marshmallows
- Red M&M minis
- Sprinkles
- Black and brown icing (either make your own with a little icing sugar and water, or use shop bought icing pens)
Instructions
- Melt your milk chocolate either in the microwave in short bursts, stirring as you go, or in a heatproof bowl over a pan of simmering water.
- Spoon the melted chocolate into your mould cavities and spread with the back of a teaspoon or pastry brush to cover evenly.
- Leave to chill in the fridge for 1-2 hours (or overnight)
- Carefully release from the mould and fill 6 of the halves with 2-3 tsp hot chocolate powder, mini marshmallows and sprinkles.
- Briefly hold the edges of the remaining six halves on a hot pan to melt the edges slightly, then press against the filled halves to seal.
- Pipe on the reindeer faces and fix a red nose in place with a little icing.
- Enjoy by placing one of your hot chocolate bombs in your favourite Christmas mug and pour over hot milk slowly, watching the chocolate melt and the fillings spring out.
- Stir, top with a little aerosol cream and enjoy!
What is a hot chocolate bomb?
A hot chocolate bomb is a fun and indulgent treat made of a hollow chocolate shell filled with a hot chocolate mix and marshmallows. When placed in a mug and covered with hot milk, it melts away, releasing its contents to create a rich, creamy, and irresistibly festive hot chocolate.
What are hot chocolate bombs special at Christmas?
Hot chocolate bombs are extra special at Christmas time for several reasons:
Festive Magic: Watching the chocolate shell melt and the marshmallows pop out feels like a little holiday surprise in every mug.
Customisable Designs: They can be decorated with festive touches like snowflakes, candy canes, or edible glitter, making them perfect for the season. You can characterise them with things like snowman faces, The Grinch or Rudolph, and personalise them with names for loved ones.
Great for Gifting: Hot chocolate bombs are a thoughtful and homemade gift idea that feels both personal and luxurious. They are also pretty fun to make!
Family Fun: Thanks to be very simple to make, they bring joy to kids and adults alike, making them a fun Christmas activity or treat to share during gatherings.
Seasonal Flavours: Christmas-inspired variations like peppermint, gingerbread, or salted caramel add an extra festive touch.
Photo-Worthy Appeal: Their interactive nature and beautiful designs make them a hit for Chismas social media posts and Instagram worthy reels.
