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Hot Chocolate Bombs: WARNING! Explosive Flavor

December 4, 2020 by Jillian Parkinson 50 Comments

One of the things I look forward to most during the colder months is a rich cup of hot cocoa, and nothing makes that cup better than using Hot Chocolate Bombs! These bombs are not only tasty, but fun and colorful to add to my hot chocolate!

Hot Chocolate Bombs

What are Hot Chocolate Bombs? They are a heavenly ball of chocolate and goodness that you place in the bottom of your favorite mug (like this one!) before pouring steaming milk over the top. The bomb melts, the goodness mixes with the milk, and you have a cure for the winter blues. Not to mention they are all the latest rage right now.

Need something to warm yourself up from your heart to your toes? Then it's time you try making  delicious Hot Chocolate Bombs! You can even make your own Hot Chocolate Bomb.

Tools

Need something to warm yourself up from your heart to your toes? Then it's time you try making a delicious Hot Chocolate Bomb! I promise you'll love them!
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You can buy pre-made Hot Chocolate bombs here, or you can make your own. You do need a few things before you can start to make your own. The first is a double boiler like this. This tool is essential for melting your chocolate and getting everything the right temperature. You can use a glass bowl set over a saucepan with boiling water, but the double boiler is definitely easier.

Need something to warm yourself up from your heart to your toes? Then it's time you try making delicious Hot Chocolate Bombs! Here are the tools that you'll need to make perfect hot chocolate bombs.

The next item is a mold like this one. You want to find a silicone mold that will release the chocolate when it’s time to finish, but also give you the amount you need to make a bomb of the right size. After that, the tools are pretty standard fare: chocolate chips, spatula, spoon, and fillings!

Fillings

Need something to warm yourself up from your heart to your toes? Then it's time you try making a delicious Hot Chocolate Bomb! Here are the best hot chocolate bomb fillings to try.

When it comes to fillings you can go traditional with marshmallows and hot cocoa powder. You can also mix it up by adding sprinkles, different chunks of chocolate, bits of toffee or caramel, the options are endless! Coordinate your hot cocoa flavor with your toppings and you’re good to go. Now it’s time to talk about the process of making Hot Chocolate Bombs.

How To

Need something to warm yourself up from your heart to your toes? Then it's time you try making a delicious Hot Chocolate Bomb! You will love these hot chocolate bomb recipes! They'll be a family favorite!

When it comes to making these delicious bombs, practice really does make perfect. After trying the basics, you can begin to mix it up by painting different colors of chocolate into the molds (or using different shaped molds!) before coating with chocolate. You can make your bombs domes (which is easier to start), spheres, or even truffle shaped. So feel free to mix and match whatever works for your style and needs!

Hot Chocolate Bombs

The hottest new way to create a mug of creamy and delicious hot chocolate.
5 from 1 vote
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Prep Time 15 mins
Cooling Time 40 mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pkg semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 can hot cocoa powder in chosen flavor
  • 1 c. toppings caramel bits, toffee bits, marshmallows, etc.
  • 1 bag chocolate melts for decorating

Instructions
 

  • Begin by putting plenty of water in the bottom of your double boiler. When the water is boiling, add the chocolate chips to the top and begin the melting process. The slower you melt, the shinier the chocolate. Stir constantly as the chips melt until you have a velvet smooth consistency. When the chocolate is melted and smooth, use a spoon to portion it out into the chocolate mold. Then, using the same small spoon to make sure that the chocolate coats the entire mold cup. You want to have a decent 1/4" thick coating of chocolate in the mold.
  • Place the molds into the fridge or freezer for at least 20 minutes so that the chocolate is able to really harden and become less fragile. When the chocolate is hardened, remove from the freezer and prep the molds to be filled.
  • To prep the molds, stretch the edges of each cup so that the chocolate pulls away from the silicone. Then turn the mold over onto a towel or parchment paper and gently push on the top of the dome so that the chocolate bombs release from the mold. Next, put the bombs back into the mold so you can fill them. This will make it a lot easier when it's time to take them out of the silicone for good.
  • Filling the molds is pretty easy. Put about 1 tsp. of hot chocolate powder in the dome followed by your toppings. You should be able to fit in about 5-6 mini marshmallows and some additional toppings. When the domes are filled, use some of the remaining melted chocolate and cover the bottom of the domes. Pop the finished bombs into the freezer for another 20 minutes so that they have time to harden.
  • Before packaging them up, take a few minutes to decorate them! Melt the chocolate melts according to the package directions, then pull the bombs out of the freezer, pop them out of the molds (they should come out easily), and give them a little decorating. Then package with the instruction to pour 3/4 cup of steaming hot milk over the top, stir, and enjoy!
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I’m going to be making these tomorrow while staring at the falling snow. Which combination have you tried? Let me know in the comments below!

Filed Under: Christmas, Dessert, drinks, Recipes, Winter Tagged With: drink recipes, drinks, Hot Chocolate, hot chocolate bomb, hot chocolate bomb recipe, Hot Chocolate Recipes, warm drinks, winter, winter recipes

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Comments

  1. Bonnie says

    October 1, 2020 at 12:08 am

    The link for the mold, it’s not a ball as I imagined from the photo. It’s more oblong and flat on the bottom.. described as a brownie/cakepop mold. Is that the one that you used?

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    • Jillian Parkinson says

      October 5, 2020 at 6:15 pm

      I like the domed ones because it makes it easier to seal up the bottom once the fillings have set. If you’re looking for a round one this mold is a good option as well

      Reply
      • Sandra says

        October 8, 2020 at 8:21 pm

        Jillian, would you mind posting a link to the type of mold that you use? Thank you so much!

        Reply
      • Terry says

        October 10, 2020 at 12:53 pm

        Thanks so much!!!

        Reply
  2. Syd says

    October 6, 2020 at 11:46 am

    How do you deal the bottom on the dome molds? I get the spheres but not the domes.

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    • Jillian Parkinson says

      October 6, 2020 at 5:19 pm

      Once you’ve filled the filling and it’s set, you’ll spread a layer of chocolate across the top of the mold (which ends up being the bottoms) and let it set before removing them. So you’ll end up with a gumdrop shaped bomb with chocolate all around.

      Reply
      • Quesha says

        November 10, 2020 at 2:08 pm

        So you fill the bottom and then put chocolate on the rim and top it with another half?

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        • Jillian Parkinson says

          November 11, 2020 at 6:36 pm

          Yes

          Reply
  3. Crystal says

    October 8, 2020 at 1:09 pm

    How long are these typically good for? These would be great for Christmas, but how early could I make them?

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    • Karen says

      October 16, 2020 at 5:07 pm

      My question too.

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    • Jillian Parkinson says

      October 23, 2020 at 5:11 pm

      I try to make my bombs and give as gifts within a few days of making them. However, I have known people to freeze them for a few weeks and they said there was not any change to the flavor.

      Reply
  4. Kristin says

    October 11, 2020 at 12:10 am

    How do you store these? Like if you were to give as a gift, do they need to stay in the freezer?

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    • Jillian Parkinson says

      October 23, 2020 at 5:09 pm

      I have always kept mine in the freezer and when given for gifts they are made within a day or so of giving them. By the way, they were a hit as gifts. I put them in a clear plastic box wrapped with festive ribbon.

      Reply
  5. Sandy says

    October 11, 2020 at 1:03 pm

    5 stars
    It’s a very interesting recipe. Can’t wait to try it. Wondering why you use Birnn truffles for your graphics?

    Reply
  6. Matty says

    October 11, 2020 at 5:28 pm

    Ok grammar police! It didn’t even bother me, you must be anal retentive. I got what she was talking about and because of that successfully made chocolate bombs.

    Reply
    • Jillian Parkinson says

      October 23, 2020 at 5:14 pm

      Thanks, Matty. I am glad you didn’t let the error confuse you. I do appreciate being notified if there is an error so I was good with the heads up. Hope your bombs were a hit.

      Reply
  7. Theresa Stritch says

    October 12, 2020 at 6:21 am

    So these are the size of a cakepop? I thought bigger for some reason

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    • Jillian Parkinson says

      October 23, 2020 at 5:08 pm

      I like the cakepop size because you can’t go wrong no matter what mug size is used.

      Reply
  8. Kelly says

    October 14, 2020 at 9:30 pm

    Do these need to be stored in the fridge until ready to use or can they be stored on the counter?

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    • Jillian Parkinson says

      October 23, 2020 at 5:07 pm

      I’ve always stored mine in a freezer-safe container. 🙂

      Reply
  9. Pam Smith says

    October 21, 2020 at 2:29 am

    I think I’m going to try a silicone cup cake pan. I haven’t decided if I’m going to add a top or another shell from the mold. What do you think?

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    • Jillian Parkinson says

      October 23, 2020 at 5:06 pm

      I think it could work. Let me know how it goes for you!

      Reply
    • Aly says

      November 18, 2020 at 3:06 pm

      I would add chocolate to the top because it may be too big otherwise

      Reply
  10. Donna says

    October 27, 2020 at 9:06 pm

    I want to try these what size mold do I need to buy

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    • Jillian Parkinson says

      November 7, 2020 at 1:51 am

      Hi Donna 🙂 Look for one about the size of a cake pop. Just small enough it can fit into your cup.

      Reply
  11. M. Deluca says

    October 30, 2020 at 5:00 pm

    I had some shipped but worry they were not refrigerated for days. Would they be safe?

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    • Jillian Parkinson says

      November 7, 2020 at 1:52 am

      You would have to contact the company you bought them from. Good luck! 🙂

      Reply
    • Aly says

      November 18, 2020 at 3:07 pm

      Everything in a chocolate bomb is shelf stable… I don’t see why it would need to be refrigerated

      Reply
  12. Tracy Z says

    October 31, 2020 at 2:36 am

    It appears I’m a bit late to the game and molds are hard to find. Would my egg bite silicone instant pot molds work? I would assume it would work the same

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    • Jillian Parkinson says

      November 7, 2020 at 1:52 am

      Hi Tracy 🙂 I would assume those would work just fine. Just as long as they fit in your cup 🙂

      Reply
  13. Debra S says

    October 31, 2020 at 2:57 am

    Do you think a square would work? That’s all my hobby lobby had in stock. Like a brownie size.

    Reply
    • Jillian Parkinson says

      November 7, 2020 at 1:53 am

      Would the square fit in your cup? If so, I think you should be okay 🙂

      Reply
  14. Kimberly Whitmore says

    November 8, 2020 at 2:16 pm

    I love this. Do you have a video at all on making them?

    Reply
  15. Chris W says

    November 10, 2020 at 2:04 am

    Would Ghiradelli dark chocolate melting wafers work in place of chocolate chips?

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    • Jillian Parkinson says

      November 11, 2020 at 6:36 pm

      I don’t see why not!

      Reply
  16. Nikki says

    November 11, 2020 at 3:30 am

    Help! I made them and mine did pop open like most videos show. It just kinda melted. Do you have any tips?

    Reply
    • Nikki says

      November 11, 2020 at 3:32 am

      That’s supposed to say didn’t pop open, sorry.

      Reply
    • Jillian Parkinson says

      November 11, 2020 at 6:34 pm

      It could be the chocolate is too thick to “pop” but honestly, I don’t think there’s a right or a wrong answer. Just comes down to preference

      Reply
  17. Michelle says

    November 12, 2020 at 8:00 pm

    I’d like to make these but add Kahlua. Would I just add that to the melted chocolate?? TIA! Can’t wait to make for Xmas!

    Reply
  18. Debbie says

    November 13, 2020 at 3:17 am

    What’s your thought in shipping them? I wanted to make for the grands but they are stationed two states away.

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    • Me says

      January 11, 2021 at 2:09 pm

      Look on pinterest for boozy hot cocoa bombs. They mix the alcohol with the cocoa in a bowl first before putting inside the mold.

      Reply
  19. Carol says

    November 17, 2020 at 5:00 pm

    Can you tell me how you got the beautiful red, pink and gold one the outside of your Cocoa Bombs? They are gorgeous!!

    Reply
  20. Debbie says

    November 17, 2020 at 9:34 pm

    Thoughts on shipping these? I want to make for the grands, but they’re two states away.

    Reply
  21. Jen says

    November 18, 2020 at 2:57 am

    I would like to make a boozy hot choc bomb for adults. Do you think the center could hold a liquid? I.e. kahlua or Baileys? Any suggestions appreciated! Thank you

    Reply
  22. Heather says

    November 18, 2020 at 10:31 pm

    can I use metal cake ball molds?

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    • Missy says

      December 19, 2020 at 2:24 am

      Following

      Reply
  23. Agatha says

    November 24, 2020 at 4:42 pm

    My chocolate bomb doesn’t explode / pop when I poured hot milk. What am I doing wrong?

    Reply
  24. Erin says

    December 8, 2020 at 3:50 am

    I find that the chocolate chips melt very easy while I am handling them. Any tips so this doesnt happen?

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    • El Dub says

      December 9, 2020 at 4:32 am

      Use latex gloves and keep putting the balls back into the fridge if they start to get melts as you decorate them.

      Reply
  25. Sarah says

    December 10, 2020 at 1:58 pm

    When giving them as a gift, how do you keep them from melting at room temperature? My are getting soft and falling apart. Thank you

    Reply

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