• White Wine Sangria with Fresh Peppermint – Fresh peppermint adds just the right element to white wine sangria. I think you will agree these are  perfectly refreshing!
• Pink Diamond Martini – Martinis made with wine, might make you shine like a diamond, all night long!
• Peach Moscato Smoothie – Moscato smoothies with peach? That sounds wonderful doesn’t it?
• Pina Colada Sangria – If you like pina colada, then this sangria is something you are going to want to make all the time!
• Vodka Rose Sangria – This sangia has such an elegant vibe to it that you have to make it and share with your friends!
• Rose Syrup French 75 – French 75s are lovely, but when they have rose in the mix, they are nothing short of gorgeous!
• Sparkling Rose French 75 – These dainty and fancy little drinks are perfect for any toasty worthy occasion! 
• Pineapple Jalapeno Sangria – Kick things up a bit with this pineapple jalapeno sangria. It is the ideal cocktail for taco night!
• Cotton Candy Cocktail This cotton candy cocktail couldn’t be easier, or more fun!
• Negroni Spritz – Skip the gin and pour in sparkling wine for a delicious spin on a classic cocktail!
• Limoncello Spritz – If you love limoncello, then you will appreciate this cocktail, made with a spritz of sparkling wine!
• Red Sangria – Classic red sangria is always a good idea for serving a pitcher of drinks to friends!
• Peach Sangria – Make this peach sangria in the summer and sip the flavor all evening long!
•  Kir Royale – This is the easiest way to dress up a bottle of sparkling wine, and give it a wonderful fruity flair!
• Pink Moscato Wine Slushie – Beat the heat with a pink moscato wine slushie. These are such a refreshing way to unwind in the summer.

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What you do need though is a few mugs with steaming hot milk to swirl these fun chocolate bombs around in, infusing the chocolatey goodness for a memorable St Patrick’s Day drink that everyone will enjoy! 

Serve these Lucky Charms Hot Chocolate Bombs in colorful themed mini cupcake liners to guests or family with mugs of hot milk or gift them to some lucky recipients this St Patrick’s Day! Easy to make and oh-so cute…these Lucky Charms Hot Chocolate Bombs are better than a pot of gold!

Lucky Charms Hot Chocolate Bombs 

1. Place the white chocolate chips in a microwave safe bowl and microwave in 30 second intervals, stirring between each interval, until the chocolate chips are fully melted.
2. Put a spoonful of melted chocolate inside one cup on the silicone mold and use the back of the spoon to spread the chocolate up the sides of the mold. Continue this process until all the molds are coated.
3. Set the remaining chocolate aside for sealing and decorating the bombs.
4. Allow the chocolate to set completely, around 2 to 3 hours. You can speed up the process by placing the chocolate in the refrigerator.
5. When the chocolate is set, remove each of the chocolate pieces from the mold. Add a small amount of instant hot cocoa mix to half the pieces and top the hot cocoa mix with Lucky Charms marshmallow.
6. Reheat the chocolate in 15 second intervals until melted. Pick up an empty chocolate piece and dip the edges into the melted chocolate. Carefully place it on top of a filled piece and lightly press it into place. Use your finger to smooth melted chocolate around the seam. Continue until all the chocolate bombs are sealed.
7. Drizzle the chocolate over the top of the bombs and decorate with marshmallows from Lucky Charms cereal. Allow the chocolate decorations to set before using, around 1 hour.
8. To make the hot chocolate bombs, place the bomb in the bottom of a mug. Pour one cup of hot milk over the top of the bomb to melt the chocolate. When the chocolate is completely melted, stir to combine.

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Lucky Charms Hot Chocolate Bombs

You won’t need the luck of the Irish to be able to easily create these yummy Lucky Charms Hot Chocolate Bombs! 

Course Drinks

Cuisine Family Favorite, St. Patrick’s Day

Prep Time 30 minutes minutes

setting time 4 hours hours

Servings 6 bombs

Calories 414kcal

Ingredients

• 12 ounce package white chocolate chips
• 6 tablespoons packet instant cocoa mix
• 1 cup Lucky Charms marshmallows
• ¼ cup marshmallows from Lucky Charms cereal
• 6 cups hot milk to make the bombs

Instructions

• Place the white chocolate chips in a microwave safe bowl and microwave in 30 second intervals, stirring between each interval, until the chocolate chips are fully melted.
• Put a spoonful of melted chocolate inside one cup on the silicone mold and use the back of the spoon to spread the chocolate up the sides of the mold. Continue this process until all the molds are coated.
• Set the remaining chocolate aside for sealing and decorating the bombs.
• Allow the chocolate to set completely, around 2 to 3 hours. You can speed up the process by placing the chocolate in the refrigerator.
• When the chocolate is set, remove each of the chocolate pieces from the mold. Add a small amount of instant hot cocoa mix to half the pieces and top the hot cocoa mix with Lucky Charms marshmallow.
• Reheat the chocolate in 15 second intervals until melted. Pick up an empty chocolate piece and dip the edges into the melted chocolate. Carefully place it on top of a filled piece and lightly press it into place. Use your finger to smooth melted chocolate around the seam. Continue until all the chocolate bombs are sealed.
• Drizzle the chocolate over the top of the bombs and decorate with marshmallows from Lucky Charms cereal.
• Allow the chocolate decorations to set before using, around 1 hour.
• To make the hot chocolate bombs, place the bomb in the bottom of a mug. Pour one cup of hot milk over the top of the bomb to melt the chocolate. When the chocolate is completely melted, stir to combine.

Nutrition

Calories: 414kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 288mg | Potassium: 532mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 60g | Vitamin A: 456IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 435mg | Iron: 1mg

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That’s right, you don’t just have to be a hot chocolate lover to experience the delight of trendy bombs. These pretty tea bombs, aka tea globes, are made with food-colored sugar casings that are filled with your favorite tea. And if you really want to get fancy, you can also add in some edible flowers!

Just imagine serving this to your girlfriends over brunch or a high tea. They are also great for baby showers, bridal showers or other celebratory events. Store them at room temperature and get ready to take your tea to the next level!

Tea Bombs

1. Place isomalt crystals into a small saucepan over medium-high heat.
2. Allow crystals to melt. If needed, shake the pan to facilitate melting. DO NOT STIR. 
3. When all crystals have melted, work quickly to spoon mixture into semi-sphere molds. Be very careful to avoid contact with skin. This will be hot. 
4. Add a few drops of gel food coloring into each mold. This will bubble up and sizzle, that’s ok.  Stir with a small spoon to mix with melted crystals.
5. Using the back of the spoon, quickly spread mixture to cover the entire surface of the mold. Do this step as fast as you can, it won’t take long for the mixture to begin to set up.
6. Allow halves to set up before continuing, approximately 30 minutes. 
7. Remove the top half of the sphere from mold by carefully pushing up from bottom of the mold. Leave the bottom half in the mold for now.  This makes it easier to assemble the globe. 
8. Place tea in bottom half of globe in mold along with any edible flowers, sugar cubes or herbs you are using. If desired, leave tea bag string outside the mold. 
9. Place small skillet over low heat. This will be used to smooth globe edges and ease joining the two globes together. 
10. Place globe top onto hot skillet for a few seconds to smooth and melt the edge. Quickly join to bottom globe that is still in the mold. 
11. Allow to cool 5-10 minutes. After a few minutes, you should be able to remove the entire sphere from the mold by carefully pressing up on the mold to release the bottom half of the globe. 

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Tea Bombs

Tea Bombs are basically the tea version of the popular hot chocolate bombs. Instead of chocolate on the outside, the shells are made of sugar.

Course Drinks

Cuisine healthy

Keyword diy

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 45 minutes minutes

Total Time 50 minutes minutes

Servings 2 tea bombs

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup Isomalt Crystals
• Gel Food Coloring optional
• Tea of choice can be bags or loose leaf

Instructions

• Place isomalt crystals into a small saucepan over medium-high heat.
• Allow crystals to melt. If needed, shake the pan to facilitate melting. DO NOT STIR.
• When all crystals have melted, work quickly to spoon mixture into semi-sphere molds. Be very careful to avoid contact with skin. This will be hot.
• Add a few drops of gel food coloring into each mold. This will bubble up and sizzle, that’s ok.
• Stir with a small spoon to mix with melted crystals.
• Using the back of the spoon, quickly spread mixture to cover the entire surface of the mold. Do this step as fast as you can, it won’t take long for the mixture to begin to set up.
• Allow halves to set up before continuing, approximately 30 minutes.
• Remove the top half of the sphere from mold by carefully pushing up from bottom of the mold. Leave the bottom half in the mold for now. This makes it easier to assemble the globe.
• Place tea in bottom half of globe in mold along with any edible flowers, sugar cubes or herbs you are using. If desired, leave tea bag string outside the mold.
• Place small skillet over low heat. This will be used to smooth globe edges and ease joining the two globes together.
• Place globe top onto hot skillet for a few seconds to smooth and melt the edge. Quickly join to bottom globe that is still in the mold.
• Allow to cool 5-10 minutes. After a few minutes, you should be able to remove the entire sphere from the mold by carefully pressing up on the mold to release the bottom half of the globe.

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If you thought adult drinks were boring then this cocktail is proof to suggest otherwise! Its stunning ombre effect draws you in and the refreshing combination of juice, rum, and flavored bubbly seltzer is the perfect refreshing drink for a Summer party or easy weekend sundowner!  

Tipsy Mermaid Cocktail

1. Combine the pineapple juice, blue curacao, lime juice, and rum in a mixing container such as a small pitcher and lightly stir.
2. Pour in the White Claw and give a light stir, but not too much as you don’t want to flatten it.
3. Serve with ice, a lime slice, pineapple slice, or maraschino cherries, if desired, and enjoy!

WHAT IS BLUE CURACAO?

• Blue Curacao is an intensely blue coloured liqueur made from orange peels, and dried and sliced Lahara. It certainly adds a pop of color to this cocktail. The name Blue Curacao comes from the name of the Island Curacao, which is where it is produced. 

HOW DO I ACHIEVE THE OMBRE EFFECT OF THIS DRINK?

• Pour Curacao Blue into the glasses before adding any other ingredients. Once filled with the remaining ingredients do not mix as this will combine the color of pineapple juice with the blue and you will have a pretty but plain green drink. 

WHAT OTHER WHITE CLAW FLAVORS COMPLIMENT THIS COCKTAIL?

• If you are not a fan of watermelon then you can easily swap it out for another flavor. One thing to remember is that this drink is meant to be a lightly flavored cocktail, and some flavors just simply go better together than others.
• Good alternatives to the watermelon flavor include  mango, orange, lime, lemon, coconut, raspberry and strawberry. 

More Drink Recipes We Love

• Whipped Hot Chocolate
• Immune Boosting Pumpkin Pie Smoothie
• Ultimate Bloody Mary

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Tipsy Mermaid Cocktail

This fun and delicious Tipsy Mermaid Cocktail is a combination of Blue Curacao, rum, pineapple juice, lime juice, and White Claw Watermelon Seltzer. 

Course Drinks

Cuisine 4th of July

Prep Time 2 minutes minutes

Cook Time 0 minutes minutes

Total Time 2 minutes minutes

Servings 2 drinks

Ingredients

• 12 oz Can White Claw Watermelon Seltzer
• 3 Ounces Pineapple Juice
• 2 Ounces Rum
• 2 Ounces Blue Curacao
• 1 Ounce Lime Juice

Instructions

• Combine the pineapple juice, blue curacao, lime juice, and rum in a mixing container such as a small pitcher and lightly stir.
• Pour in the White Claw and give a light stir, but not too much as you don’t want to flatten it.
• Serve with ice, a lime slice, pineapple slice, or maraschino cherries, if desired, and enjoy!

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How to Make Immune Boosting Pumpkin Pie Smoothie

1. Place all ingredients in a blender and blend on high until incorporated. Add a handful of ice for a cooler and thicker smoothie. Pour into glasses and enjoy.

IMMUNE BOOSTING PUMPKIN PIE SMOOTHIE HEALTH BENEFITS

There’s a reason this delicious pumpkin pie smoothie is referred to as being ‘immune boosting’! Take a look at all the health benefits you’ll get from adding this smoothie to your diet:

Pumpkin

Pumpkin is a natural source of vitamins C and E, iron, and folate. All of these vitamins and minerals strengthen the immune system and are absorbed efficiently by the body in this natural state. 

Cinnamon

Cinnamon is well known for its anti-inflammatory properties. Inflammation can cause the onset of various diseases and general poor health as well as weight gain so including this spice in your drinks and food is a must!

Greek Yogurt

Greek yogurt contains a high level of probiotics which in turn helps to improve and maintain gut health which consequently boosts the immune system.

Bananas

Bananas contain prebiotics (compounds that promote the growth of good microorganisms in the intestines)  as well as a high level of vitamin B6 which help to regulate immune responses through the production of white blood cells and T cells.

HOW DO I MAKE THIS PUMPKIN PIE SMOOTHIE VEGAN?

• For a vegan-friendly pumpkin pie smoothie, use a plant-based milk such as almond or coconut milk, opt for maple syrup or dates as a sweetener, and substitute coconut yogurt for the Greek yogurt. It’s as simple as that!

Other Yummy Treats

• Cinnamon Roll Mini Pumpkin Pies
• Oreo Dirt Cake
• Candy Corn Sugar Cookies

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Immune Boosting Pumpkin Pie Smoothie

This Immune Boosting Pumpkin Pie Smoothie is a great way to still enjoy the pumpkin pie flavors of the season! 

Course Breakfast, Drinks, Snack

Cuisine Halloween, healthy

Keyword smoothie

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 0 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 1

Ingredients

• 1 large banana
• ½ cup pumpkin puree
• ½ cup milk of your choice
• ½ cup unsweetened greek yogurt
• 1 heaping tablespoon peanut butter sub with your favorite nut butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
• Optional: maple syrup or honey to taste

Instructions

• Place all ingredients in a blender and blend on high until incorporated. Add a handful of ice for a cooler and thicker smoothie. Pour into glasses and enjoy.

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It’s no secret that I’ve fallen head over heels for the recent hot chocolate bomb sensation, and can you blame me?! I had so much fun making these Christmas themed chocolate bombs that I thought, why not spread the love a little more and make a Valentine’s Day version?!

These Valentine’s Hot Chocolate Bombs are going to rock your world…You can keep them simple or get really creative with some optional additions, food coloring and decorative sprinkles.

Homemade gifts that are made from the heart are the absolute best. And those that are edible are even better!

How to Make Valentine’s Hot Chocolate Bombs

1. Add almond bark to a small microwave safe bowl, heat for 30 seconds, stir and continue heating for 10-20 seconds at a time until chocolate is almost melted. Remove from the microwave and stir until completely melted.
2. Spoon a small amount of chocolate into the mold. Using the paintbrush spread the chocolate evenly around the mold, making sure to get all the way up to the edges.
3. Allow chocolate to harden and repeat layering on more chocolate until you have done about 3-4 layers. Allow chocolate to completely hard, 5 minutes the gently remove from the mold.
4. Heat a microwave safe plate in microwave for 1-2 minutes, remove. Place one half of the chocolate shells, open side down, onto the plate to melt the rim.
5. Remove and fill with 2 teaspoons of hot cocoa mix and mini marshmallows. Melt the rim of the second half of the chocolate shells.
6. Quickly place the two open ends together and smooth out any extra chocolate around the seam. Set aside and allow to dry 5-10 minutes then decorate.
7. To decorate, add a small amount of strawberry candy melts to a microwave safe bowl and heat for 30 seconds, stir and continue heating for 10-20 seconds at a time until chocolate is almost melted. Remove from the microwave and stir until completely melted Transfer to plastic squeeze bottle and swirl melted chocolate over bombs.
8. Add sprinkles for decoration if you like.
9. When you are ready to use,  place in a mug and pour hot milk over the top to melt and reveal the hot chocolate mix and marshmallows.

WHAT VARIATIONS CAN BE MADE TO THESE VALENTINE’S HOT CHOCOLATE BOMBS?

• Oh where to start?! While there’s nothing wrong with keeping your chocolate bombs simple, you can just as easily go all out and decorate till your heart’s content. Here are great ideas for taking your Valentine’s Hot Chocolate Bombs up a notch:
  • You could make an assortment using different types of chocolate i.e. milk chocolate, white and dark chocolate;
  • Add in some strawberry milk mix to the cocoa mix and include some other sprinkles that you may fancy;
  • Omit the cocoa mix altogether and increase the strawberry milk mix for a creamy strawberry beverage;
  • Create an adult version by adding a tot (or two) of strawberry liqueur to your mug while the hot chocolate bomb is melting.

HOW SHOULD I STORE THESE VALENTINE’S HOT CHOCOLATE BOMBS?

• You can store these Valentine’s chocolate bombs for up to 2-3 weeks in an airtight container either in the refrigerator or in a place that’s dry and cool.
• Storing your bombs in an airtight container or bag is important, especially if any of your chocolate spheres have holes, causing air to mix with the contents of your bombs which will make ingredients like the mini marshmallows go stale or the cocoa and strawberry milk clump.

TIPS FOR MAKING AND GIFTING VALENTINE’S HOT CHOCOLATE BOMBS

• Place your chocolate bombs into a cello bag or small cardboard box with some ribbon and a gift tag. Avoid gifting these to those far away though as they are likely to melt during transportation.
• Giving your chocolate molds a second chocolate coating 5 minutes after the first application is a good idea in order to strengthen the sides of the chocolate bombs, ensuring that they hold up upon assembly.
• Make sure to use silicone molds instead of hard plastic molds otherwise you may have greater difficulty removing your chocolate spheres without them breaking or sticking to the molds.

Other Valentine’s Day Sweet Favorites

• Valentines Day Brownie Pizza
• Strawberry Jello Parfait
• Easy Chocolate Mousse with Chocolate Cups

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Valentine's Day Hot Chocolate Bombs

It’s that time of year again and what better way to celebrate the month of love than by enjoying these adorably delectable Valentine’s Hot Chocolate Bombs with that someone special!

Course Drinks

Cuisine Valentine's Day

Keyword Hot Chocolate

Prep Time 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time 5 minutes minutes

Cooling Time 2 hours hours

Total Time 2 hours hours 25 minutes minutes

Servings 6

Ingredients

• 12 oz White Chocolate Almond Bark
• 6 oz Strawberry Candy Melts
• 1 cup Mini Marshmallows
• 4 TBSP Hot Cocoa Mix

Optional Additions

• Candy Melts
• Sprinkles
• 6 cups Strawberry milk

Instructions

• Add almond bark to a small microwave safe bowl, heat for 30 seconds, stir and continue heating for 10-20 seconds at a time until chocolate is almost melted. Remove from the microwave and stir until completely melted.
• Spoon a small amount of chocolate into the mold
• Using the paintbrush spread the chocolate evenly around the mold, making sure to get all the way up to the edges
• Allow chocolate to harden and repeat layering on more chocolate until you have done about 3-4 layers.
• Allow chocolate to completely hard, 5 minutes the gently remove from the mold.
• Heat a microwave safe plate in microwave for 1-2 minutes, remove.
• Place one half of the chocolate shells, open side down, onto the plate to melt the rim.
• Remove and fill with 2 teaspoons of hot cocoa mix and mini marshmallows.
• Melt the rim of the second half of the chocolate shells.
• Quickly place the two open ends together and smooth out any extra chocolate around the seam
• Set aside and allow to dry 5-10 minutes then decorate

Decorate

• Add a small amount of strawberry candy melts to a microwave safe bowl and heat for 30 seconds, stir and continue heating for 10-20 seconds at a time until chocolate is almost melted. Remove from the microwave and stir until completely melted.
• Transfer to plastic squeeze bottle and swirl melted chocolate over bombs.
• Add sprinkles for decoration if you like.
• When ready to use, place in a mug and pour hot milk over the top to melt and reveal the hot chocolate mix and marshmallows.

Notes

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It’s an easy and delicious recipe that comes together in just minutes and is super fun to make with the kids. In fact, it can be likened to the kid-friendly version of the popular dalgona coffee.

I also love the fact that this whipped hot chocolate mix can be made and stored in the refrigerator for up to a few days which means that you can make a double batch, ready for you to whip up this indulgent drink wherever the craving hits!

As part of the fun experience, I get my little helpers to garnish these scrumptious drinks with mini marshmallows, chocolate sprinkles or anything else we can find in the pantry!

TIPS FOR MAKING WHIPPED HOT CHOCOLATE

• Serve this hot chocolate with a biscotti or some of your favorite cookies.
• I’ve used heavy cream in this recipe but you could also use whipping cream. Heavy cream does contain a slightly higher fat content than whipping cream though, allowing it to hold up better against the warm milk for longer while you’ll find that the whipping cream will melt faster. If you do use whipping cream – don’t use the canned variety as this will not whisk well with the other ingredients and will deflate quickly.
• Be careful not to over whip your chocolate cream mixture otherwise you could end up with thick, solid cream instead.

How to Make Whipped Hot Chocolate

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the hot chocolate mix and heavy cream until stiff and creamy.
2. Heat milk in a saucepan or in a microwave-safe container.
3. Pour warm milk into two glass. Top each glass evenly with whipped chocolate. Garnish as desired

HOW IS WHIPPED HOT CHOCOLATE DIFFERENT TO NORMAL HOT CHOCOLATE?

• This whipped hot chocolate is basically the reverse of a normal hot chocolate drink in how you make it and serve it. While most hot chocolates are made with a warm hot chocolate base and then topped with vanilla whipped cream, this recipe starts with warm milk followed by the adding the whipped hot chocolate cream topping! Cool, right?!

HOW DO I DRINK THIS? DO I USE A SPOON?

• Don’t be embarrassed if this is a question you have…it’s actually quite a common one! Simply stir your chocolate cream mixture into the warm milk base with a spoon and enjoy….It’s as easy as that!

CAN I MAKE THIS WHIPPED HOT CHOCOLATE AN ICED DRINK INSTEAD?

• Absolutely! Just skip warming your milk. Fill your glass with halfway with ice cubes and pour in the milk base. Then scoop your whipped hot chocolate mix over it and garnish as you like.

Other Hot Chocolate Delights

• Hot Chocolate Bombs
• Hot Cocoa Cookies
• Valentine’s Pink Hot Cocoa with Free DIY Gift Tags

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Simply fill your chocolate bombs with some hot cocoa mix, mini marshmallows and crushed peppermint candies and then watch them melt away before your eyes like some magic trick that’s sure to impress your family and friends.

They make brilliant holiday gifts too! Customize their filling as you wish and package them in cello bags with decorative string and gift tags. They’ll be easy gifts that are sure to be a hit with everyone you gift them to.

Other Hot Chocolate Recipes You’ll Love

Snowman Hot Chocolate Sipper
Hot Cocoa Cookies
Valentine’s Pink Hot Cocoa

TIPS FOR MAKING HOT CHOCOLATE BOMBS

• I like to re-coat the sides of the chocolate bomb molds after 5 minutes of sitting from the first chocolate application to the molds. I do this to avoid the chocolate from pooling at the bottom of the molds with the sides becoming thin which will break when you go to take them out of their molds. Once you recoat the molds, put the molds in the fridge or freezer to set.
• Use silicone molds (affiliate link) instead of hard plastic molds – it’s much easier to remove the chocolate bombshells from the stretchy silicone molds.
• These make great holiday gifts and can be customized easily!
• Add a holiday mug if gifting these chocolate bombs and place it in a cardboard box to make a gift box set.

WHAT IS A HOT CHOCOLATE BOMB?

• Hot chocolate bombs are round, hollow, chocolate shells that are filled with hot cocoa mix, mini marshmallows and any other treats you desire such as crushed peppermint candies. You place a hot chocolate bomb at the bottom of a mug and fill the mug with hot milk, melting the hot chocolate bomb to create a delicious and creative hot chocolate once stirred.

WHAT ELSE CAN I ADD INSIDE THE HOT CHOCOLATE BOMBS?

• As you can see from my recipe, I’ve used mini marshmallows and crushed peppermint candies in addition to the hot cocoa mix to fill these chocolate bombs. There’s nothing stopping you from customizing your chocolate bombs by adding the following in addition or as an alternative to what I’ve added:(amazon affiliate links)
  • Chopped Andes Mints
  • Colored Marshmallows
  • Colored chocolate Chips

HOW SHOULD I STORE THESE HOT CHOCOLATE BOMBS?

• Store your hot chocolate bombs in an airtight container or zip lock bag for 2-3 weeks in a cool, dry place. Alternatively, store them in the refrigerator.
• Keep in mind that if your chocolate spheres have any holes in them and your storage bag isn’t completely sealed, your mini marshmallows inside the bombs may go stale after a few days.

CAN I GIFT THESE HOT CHOCOLATE BOMBS?

• You definitely can! These hot chocolate bombs make adorable holiday gifts.
• Simply place a ball in a cello bag and seal it either with a heat sealer or use cello bags that have self-adhesive seals. Then tie your bag with a pretty ribbon or with twist ties and add a gift label.
• I don’t recommend shipping these chocolate bombs to friends and family who live a distance away as they are likely to melt in the process. They are best as gifts that you can give directly.

How to Make Hot Chocolate Bombs

1. Place the dark chocolate chips in a microwave safe bowl and microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until the chocolate chips are fully melted.
2. Put a spoonful of melted chocolate inside one cup on the silicone mold and use the back of the spoon to spread the chocolate up the sides of the mold. Continue this process until all the molds are coated. Set the remaining chocolate aside for sealing and decorating the bombs.
3. Allow the chocolate to set completely, around 2 to 3 hours. You can speed up the process by placing the chocolate in the refrigerator.
4. When the chocolate is set, remove each of the chocolate pieces from the mold. Add a small amount of instant hot cocoa mix to half the pieces and top the hot cocoa mix with marshmallows. If you want to add in crushed peppermint, you can add that in now.
5. Reheat the chocolate in 15-second intervals until melted. Pick up an empty chocolate piece and dip the edges into the melted chocolate. Carefully place it on top of a filled piece and lightly press it into place. Use your finger to smooth melted chocolate around the seam. Continue until all the chocolate bombs are sealed.
6. Melt the white chocolate chips in 15-second intervals until melted, then place the remaining semi-sweet chocolate and white chocolate in piping bags. Drizzle the chocolate over the top of the bombs to decorate. Finish decorating by sprinkling the remaining crushed peppermint candy on top of the chocolate drizzles.
7. Allow the chocolate decorations to set before using, around 1 hour. To make the hot chocolate bombs, place the bomb in the bottom of a mug. Pour one cup of hot milk over the top of the bomb to melt the chocolate. When the chocolate is completely melted, stir to combine.

Other Hot Chocolate Recipes You’ll Love

Snowman Hot Chocolate Sipper
Hot Cocoa Cookies
Valentine’s Pink Hot Cocoa

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Hot Chocolate Bombs

This Hot Chocolate Bombs are like bath bombs for your hot milk when you want to cozy-up with a mug of something warm and yummy!

Course Dessert, Drinks

Cuisine American

Keyword Chocolate, hot cocoa, Marshmallow

Prep Time 30 minutes minutes

Cook Time 3 hours hours

Servings 6

Ingredients

• 12 ounce package dark chocolate chips
• 1 packet instant dark cocoa mix
• 1 cup mini marshmallows
• 4 to 5 peppermint candies crushed
• ¼ cup white chocolate chips
• 6 cups hot milk to make the bombs

Instructions

• Place the dark chocolate chips in a microwave safe bowl and microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until the chocolate chips are fully melted.
• Put a spoonful of melted chocolate inside one cup on the silicone mold and use the back of the spoon to spread the chocolate up the sides of the mold. Continue this process until all the molds are coated.
• Set the remaining chocolate aside for sealing and decorating the bombs.
• Allow the chocolate to set completely, around 2 to 3 hours. You can speed up the process by placing the chocolate in the refrigerator.
• When the chocolate is set, remove each of the chocolate pieces from the mold. Add a small amount of instant hot cocoa mix to half the pieces and top the hot cocoa mix with marshmallows and crushed peppermint.
• Reheat the chocolate in 15-second intervals until melted. Pick up an empty chocolate piece and dip the edges into the melted chocolate. Carefully place it on top of a filled piece and lightly press it into place. Use your finger to smooth melted chocolate around the seam. Continue until all the chocolate bombs are sealed.
• Melt the white chocolate chips in 15-second intervals until melted, then place the remaining semi-sweet chocolate and white chocolate in piping bags. Drizzle the chocolate over the top of the bombs to decorate. Finish decorating by sprinkling the remaining crushed peppermint candy on top of the chocolate drizzles.
• Allow the chocolate decorations to set before using, around 1 hour.
• To make the hot chocolate bombs, place the bomb in the bottom of a mug. Pour one cup of hot milk over the top of the bomb to melt the chocolate. When the chocolate is completely melted, stir to combine.

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What’s the difference between a smoothie and a smoothie bowl? Well, smoothie bowls aren’t meant to be chugged down in seconds like a regular smoothie. These bowls are meant to be enjoyed slowly with a spoon and topped with chunks of your favorite fresh fruit. These are a new favorite breakfasts for the summer…. so be on the lookout for more of these yummy smoothie recipes!

How to make Strawberry Banana Smoothie Bowl

INGREDIENTS YOU WILL NEED

• fresh or frozen strawberries
• vanilla yogurt
• ripe banana
• orange juice
• Banana slices and chia seeds for toppings

1. In a blender, combine the fruit, yogurt and juice. Pulse until smooth.
2. Top with sliced banana and a sprinkle of chia seeds.

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Strawberry Banana Smoothie Bowl

This creamy delicious strawberry banana smoothie bowl is a healthy and delicious way to start the day, or a healthy snack.

Course Breakfast, Drinks

Cuisine healthy, smoothie

Keyword Strawberry Banana Smoothie Bowl

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 0 minutes minutes

Servings 1 large smoothie bowl

Ingredients

• ¾ cup fresh or frozen strawberries
• ¼ cup vanilla yogurt
• ½ ripe banana
• 2 tablespoons orange juice

Toppings

• Banana slices and chia seeds.

Instructions

• In a blender, combine the fruit, yogurt and juice. Pulse until smooth.
• Top with sliced banana and a sprinkle of chia seeds.

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From s’mores to cookies ‘n cream, from caramel coffee to pecan pie, from peanut butter to chocolate cherry, there’s a milkshake that doubles as a dessert for those that like over-the-top flavor combinations. Of course there’s the traditional homemade strawberry or classic mint chocolate chip milkshake, but don’t be afraid to explore the more exotic shakes, too.

Whether you’re making these for guests or just as a sweet treat, you’ll enjoy any one of these delicious and creamy milkshakes.

20 Amazing Milkshake Recipes

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2. Lightened Up Cookies And Cream Mocha Milkshake by Averie Cooks
3. Mint Chocolate Chip Milkshake by Meatloaf And Melodrama
4. Skinny Blueberry Milkshake by Dinner At The Zoo
5. Strawberry Basil Milkshake by Running To The Kitchen
6. Perfect Copycat Wendy’s Frosty by The Chunky Chef
7. Dulce Le Leche Milkshakes With Coconut Milk by Chocolate Moosey
8. Aloha Milkshake by This Silly Girl’s Kitchen
9. Peanut Butter Milkshake by Kleinworth and Co.
10. Lemon Pie Milkshake by Crazy For Crust
11. Chocolate Malt Milkshake by Love From The Oven
12. Caramel Coffee Milkshake by Love And Olive Oil
13. Vegan Chocolate Cherry Milkshakes by Delish Knowledge
14. Pecan Pie Milkshake by Floating Kitchen
15. Healthy Chocolate Milkshake by Amy’s Healthy Baking
16. Classic Strawberry Milkshake by Briana Thomas
17. Whoppers Malted Milkshake by Meatloaf And Melodrama
18. Leftover Pumpkin Pie Milkshake by The Rising Spoon
19. Maple Coffee Milkshake by Simply Stacie
20. Decadent S’Mores Milkshake by A Side Of Sweet

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