Hot Chocolate Bombs Recipe (2024)

FAQs

How much milk to use for a hot cocoa bomb? ›

After all the molds are sealed and set, you can decorate by drizzling additional chocolate and sprinkles. To serve, place the bomb in a mug. Pour 8-12 ounces (depending on the size of your mug) hot milk over it, stir. ENJOY!

You can use either compound chocolate (candy coating chocolate) or real chocolate; I've used both with great results.

The reason your compound chocolate is cracking when you take it out of the mold is most likely because it's too thin. Try to make sure that you use enough chocolate that I indicate in the tutorial above and make sure it's definitely set by allowing the mold to rest in the fridge for at least 10 minutes.

While you can technically use water instead of milk to melt the hot cocoa bombs, we do not recommend this as it may result in a less rich and flavorful hot chocolate. If you prefer a more diluted hot chocolate, however, feel free to experiment with different liquids and adjust the amount of bomb used accordingly.

So pulling it all together using this example, at a minimum you should charge $1.66 per cocoa bomb if you want to make any profit at all. Don't forget…the foundation of your price is your cost. So… make sure you get to the bottom of your cost before you set a price.

HERSHEY'S Milk Chocolate Bars (I bought 10 bars to melt down) Hot chocolate bomb mold (You can buy online or pick-up at any crafting store in the baking section.) Hot cocoa mix. An array of your favorite Hershey Candies.

Melt a small amount of chocolate candy melts in a microwave safe bowl, then transfer to a decorator bag or plastic squeeze bottle. Drizzle hot chocolate bomb with melted chocolate and immediately add sprinkles.

Yes, you can use coffee instead of milk to make hot chocolate bombs if you want to create a coffee-flavored variation. This can be a great option for coffee lovers who enjoy the combination of coffee and chocolate. Simply place the hot chocolate bomb in a mug, just like you would with hot milk.

Yes, but it depends on what look you're going for. No mold required. Trust me when I say I tried all the ways to make hot chocolate bombs without a mold (a plastic-wrapped egg, empty plastic Easter eggs, an orange) and paper cupcake liners are by far the easiest with the best results.

If you overheat the chocolate you'll get a dull finish or patchy stains all over your hot chocolate bombs and if that happens I'll show you how to fix it later in this tutorial. As you stir, any lumps will melt a bit more.

What chocolate is best for hot chocolate bombs? ›

The Best Chocolate - Semi-sweet couverture chocolate or high quality bar chocolate. Not candy melts, chocolate chips or candy coating. Hot Chocolate Bomb Mold - Silicone molds or acrylic molds work well. Silicone is the easiest but takes longer.

Generally speaking, molds that are under 2.5” to 3” in diameter should work. Be sure to measure the opening of your cup so you'll know for certain. Shape: The classic sphere shape is probably the most well-known when it comes to hot chocolate bombs.

He would need 0.4 cup of milk for 1 tablespoon of cocoa.

Heat a cup of milk until steaming on the stovetop or in the microwave. Place the Mint Hot Chocolate Bomb at the bottom of your favourite mug. Pour the hot milk into the mug, stir and enjoy!

Add the milk: Add the milk and set the saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer: Bring to a simmer, whisking occasionally, until hot and smooth, about 5 minutes. Add the vanilla and salt: Add the vanilla and salt.

Time It Right: Start with 1 minute for a standard mug of milk. After this time, stir the milk quickly and check the temperature by dipping a finger in (be cautious). If it needs more warmth, microwave in further 20-second intervals, stirring and checking after each.