Viral Hot Chocolate Bark (Printable)

Festive chocolate bark layered with cocoa and marshmallows, perfect for sharing or cozy evenings.

# Components:

→ Chocolate

01 - 14 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped or in chips
02 - 3.5 oz white chocolate, chopped or in chips

→ Cocoa & Marshmallows

03 - 1/2 cup hot cocoa mix (approximately 4 single-serve packets)
04 - 1 1/2 cups mini marshmallows

→ Toppings (optional)

05 - 1/4 cup crushed peppermint candies or candy canes
06 - 2 tbsp festive sprinkles

# Directions:

01 - Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Gently melt the semi-sweet chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water or microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
03 - Pour the melted semi-sweet chocolate onto the lined baking sheet, spreading into a rectangle approximately 1/4 inch thick.
04 - Evenly sprinkle the hot cocoa mix over the warm chocolate layer.
05 - Scatter mini marshmallows across the surface, pressing gently to embed.
06 - Melt the white chocolate using the same method as the semi-sweet chocolate.
07 - Drizzle the melted white chocolate over the bark in a zigzag pattern.
08 - If desired, sprinkle crushed peppermint candies and festive sprinkles over the top.
09 - Allow the chocolate bark to set at room temperature or refrigerate for 30 minutes until firm.
10 - Break or cut the bark into pieces. Package in cellophane bags for gifting or store in an airtight container.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to make and share
  • Perfect for gifting or cozy winter nights
02 -
  • For a bomb effect, add a few chocolate chips and extra cocoa mix to each piece
  • Marshmallows may contain gelatin and are not suitable for some vegetarians
03 -
  • Melt chocolate gently to avoid burning
  • Press marshmallows lightly to ensure they stick but keep their shape
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