A warm hot cocoa board with chocolate, marshmallows, and an array of dippable treats for festive moments.
# Components:
→ Hot Cocoa
01 - 4 cups whole milk
02 - 1 cup heavy cream
03 - 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
04 - 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
05 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - Pinch of salt
→ Toppings
08 - 2 cups mini marshmallows
09 - 1/2 cup whipped cream
10 - 1/3 cup chocolate shavings
11 - 1/4 cup caramel sauce
12 - 1/4 cup crushed peppermint candies
13 - 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
14 - 1/4 cup toffee bits
15 - 1/4 cup rainbow sprinkles
→ Dippable Treats
16 - 6 large bear-shaped sugar cookies (store-bought or homemade)
17 - 12 chocolate-dipped pretzel rods
18 - 1 cup graham crackers
19 - 1 cup fresh strawberries
20 - 1 cup mini donuts or donut holes
→ Extras
21 - 6 cinnamon sticks (for stirring)
22 - 6 mugs
# Directions:
01 - In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine milk, heavy cream, chocolate chips, cocoa powder, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Whisk continuously until chocolate melts and mixture is smooth and steaming, but do not boil. Remove from heat and keep warm.
02 - On a large serving board or tray, neatly organize toppings into small bowls or ramekins.
03 - Distribute dippable treats around the board, alternating colors and shapes for visual interest.
04 - Position bear-shaped sugar cookies at the center of the board for a playful focal point.
05 - Transfer the prepared hot cocoa into a heatproof pitcher or an insulated carafe.
06 - Arrange mugs and cinnamon sticks alongside the board for stirring and serving.
07 - Invite guests to fill mugs with hot cocoa and personalize with preferred toppings and treats.
