Hot Cocoa Recipe N Hot Cocoa Bar DIY

homemade hot cocoa recipe

what you’ll need

makes 12-14 servings

• 3 cups dry milk powder
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• ½ cup cocoa powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• ¼ cup chocolate syrup
• ½ cup powdered nondairy creamer
• ½ cup semi sweet chocolate chips, melted
• 7 cups water

let’s do it

• sift dry milk powder, powdered sugar, cocoa powder and salt together in a medium bowl
• add powdered nondairy creamer
• pour 3 ½ cups water and vanilla extract into large cast-iron pot (or heavy bottomed stock pot)
• slowly add dry ingredients to water, whisking constantly
• pour in chocolate syrup and melted chocolate
• add remaining water to pot and whisk until all ingredients are well blended
• place on stove top and cook on low heat for about an hour; stir well and serve

hot chocolate bar setup

1. let’s get started

• use a cast iron pot to make your hot chocolate and keep it warm
• a cast iron pot will look gorgeous on display or can be kept on the stovetop to keep warm
• your favorite hot cocoa recipe
• hot chocolate recipe

• 2. marshmallows!

• dip marshmallows halfway in white (or dark chocolate for a decadent addition)
• sprinkle with crushed peppermint while still warm
• put in a bowl once cooled

3. topping your tasty treat

• candies and small cookies  (M&M’s, Pepperidge Farm Pirouette Rolled Wafers)
• whipped cream and caramel sauce
• shaved white, milk chocolate and dark chocolate
• Kahlua, amaretto and other liquors–kids aren't the only ones who can have fun!

4. sinful stirrers

• melt chocolate then pour into fine-tip squeeze bottle
• fill spoons with chocolate (keep level by propping the spoon handle until the chocolate has hardened)
• sprinkle with edible glitter or small candies for extra flair

5. something to sip

• create interest with your hot chocolate bar by using unique bowls and glasses

6. elevate your presentation

• set up display of varying heights by using cake stands and serving trays
• group toppings together, cups or bowls together, etc. to make serving easy

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