Baby, it’s cold outside! I can’t figure out what the weather in our area is trying to accomplish. One day it’s pleasant and mild, the next day is freezing. I’m continually adjusting my wardrobe to the climate. When it’s freezing, I want something that will warm me up. Since I rarely drink coffee, hot chocolate is my drink of choice. I came up with these hot chocolate cocoa bombs by accident. I had planned to make chocolate mousse. As usual, I was changing the recipe the chef had given me. Then, I did something wrong. I added the chocolate at the wrong time and completely melted the mousse. I couldn’t get it to work properly without melting. I wasn’t sure what to do with it, especially since it tasted good. I decided to freeze it in a mini muffin tin and voila! I had this hot chocolate cocoa bombs recipe.
Hot Chocolate Cocoa Bombs Recipe
One taste of these hot chocolate bombs and you will never go back to the instant boxed stuff again. They’re easy to make too. They take around 15 minutes of hands-on prep time and then need freezing time, but they are worth the time. This recipe is naturally gluten-free so it’s a hit with anyone with Celiac or gluten sensitivities too. Before you begin, realize that these will begin to melt very quickly after being pulled out of the freezer so they are messy.
Here’s what you’ll need to make them:
heavy cream
chocolate chips- use higher quality, like Ghiradelli. These can be any type you prefer; milk, semi-sweet, or dark chocolate. Even white chocolate chips would be good.
almond extract
marshmallows
cornstarch
optional additions: crushed peppermint, or sprinkles
Additional ingredients needed when you make the cocoa bomb: milk of your choice, skim, 2%, or whole.
Printable Recipe
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 (12 ounces) bag chocolate chips- use a higher quality, like Ghiradelli. These can be any type you prefer; milk, semi-sweet, or dark chocolate. Even white chocolate chips would be good.
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 12 regular sized marshmallows
- 2 teaspoons to 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- optional additions: crushed peppermint, or sprinkles
- Additional ingredients needed when you make the cocoa: milk of your choice, skim, 2%, or whole.
- Place the chocolate chips and cream in a microwave-safe bowl.
- Microwave for one minute on high, stir. If chips are not completely melted, return to the microwave for another 45 seconds, stir.
- If still not completely melted, microwave 30 more seconds, stir.
- *Note: microwave cooking times vary so chocolate may take more or less time to cook.
- Stir in the almond extract.
- Add the marshmallows and return to the microwave for 1 minute. Stir. If marshmallows are not completely melted, return to microwave for 45 more seconds. Stir.
- Add the cornstarch and stir until completely blended. Return to the microwave for one minute.
- In a large mixing bowl add the rest of the heavy cream, the almond extract, and the sugar. Whip on medium speed until stiff peaks form.
- Melt the chocolate in the microwave for 45 seconds. If not completely melted, return to the microwave for 30 more seconds. Stir chocolate until smooth.
- Add the chocolate mixture to the cream mixture. Mix until blended.
- Spray a mini muffin tin with cooking spray. Add the chocolate mixture to the mini muffin tin, filling each tin to the top.
- Add any additional toppings, such as crushed peppermint or, sprinkles.
- Freeze for least 1 to 2 hours until mixture is sold. Remove from muffin tray. *You might need to reshape the cocoa bombs after removing.
- <strong>Because these will begin to melt almost immediately </strong>, store hot chocolate cocoa bombs in an airtight plastic storage bag in the freezer as soon as possible after removing from the tray and store until ready to use. Get the cocoa bomb out when ready to use or it will melt.
- To prepare cocoa: Heat 1 1/2 cups milk to just below boiling. Add a cocoa bomb to a mug and pour in hot milk. Stir until the cocoa bomb is dissolved.
These are great for a family game night or other fun holiday activity. IMPORTANT NOTE: Be sure to store the hot chocolate cocoa bombs in the freezer until ready to use because they will begin to melt almost immediately. For an adult version, you can add a tablespoon of peppermint vodka to the cocoa after it is prepared.
Preparation Tip:
You might need a knife to help remove the cocoa bombs from the tin muffin cups. I recommend using a silicone mini muffin pan, if available. You might also have to reshape the cocoa bombs before storing in the freezer.
***This recipe can also be used as a filling for truffles. Just dip the chocolate bomb in melted chocolate candy bark and freeze until candy bark is firm.
Have you made hot chocolate cocoa bombs before? What are your favorite winter drinks?
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Oh man, these hot chocolate bombs sound amazing! I would love to try these for myself!
Oh wow this sounds awesome. I would totally make this recipe! It would be perfect on a cold winter day.
I’m a big chocolate fan, so this idea really appeals to me. I’ll definitely be giving making some hot chocolate cocoa bombs a go soon 🙂
Louise x
Wait, what? These hot chocolate bombs look heavenly. There goes my new year workout plans 😀
Anything involving chocolate is my type of sweet treat. I really appreciate that these are the perfect portion size too.
Oh my goodness! I am drooling over these! I can’t resist to anything that it’s chocolate! Mmmmmm…. yum!
I bet these would make a nice valentine’s day treat! The sound really yummy.
I have made these. I sometimes roll them in cocoa powder to make them firm up a bit. I’ve used different molds, too, and inserted a stick which doubles as a stirring stick.
You had me at chocolate. I will definitely have to try these asap!
These remind me a little of the Brazilian chocolate treat… WHAT’S THE NAME???? Looks delicious!
These look delicious and relatively simple to make. My kind of baking for sure.
The idea of a cocoa bomb is fantastic! It sounds rich, chocolatey and delicious. I’m already a fan.
I’ve never made or had these before. These sound like a yummy treat. Looking forward to trying the recipe.
That sounds delicious! We make a chocolate a lot for something like this would be even better. It sounds like it so decadent.
This looks delicious, I haven’t made hoot chocolate bombs yet. I need too. love anything with hot chocolate though.
These look really good and I can’t wait to make them the next time we have a Movie Night or the teachers in my school deserves a snack. Thank you for sharing the recipe with us.
chocolate in a cocoa bomb form?! ok sgin me up my friend- my kids would be all over there for sure ha ill be sure to make them next week when we head to a friends house!
These look incredible! I am all about chocolate, so I need to try these for sure. I bet my kids would be fans as well!
I have made these before but I put mine in an ice cub tray and popped them out to store. Sometimes I put a spoon or stirring stick in the center so the stirrer is already there.