A warm hot cocoa board featuring rich chocolate, marshmallows, cookies, and festive toppings for sharing.
# Ingredients:
→ 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 tsp 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
# Instructions:
01 - Combine milk, heavy cream, chocolate chips, cocoa powder, sugar, vanilla, and salt in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Whisk continuously until the chocolate melts and the mixture is smooth and steaming, avoiding boiling. Remove from heat and keep warm.
02 - Organize toppings into small bowls or ramekins on a large serving board or tray.
03 - Place dippable treats around the board, alternating colors and shapes to enhance visual appeal.
04 - Place bear-shaped sugar cookies in the center as the board’s focal point.
05 - Pour the hot cocoa into a heatproof pitcher or insulated carafe.
06 - Arrange mugs and cinnamon sticks nearby for stirring.
07 - Invite guests to fill mugs with hot cocoa and customize with preferred toppings and treats.
