Pin A festive, indulgent chocolate bark inspired by hot chocolate bombs filled with marshmallows and cocoa mix perfect for gifting or enjoying during the holidays.
I love making this hot chocolate bomb bark during the holidays as it brings back cozy memories and everyone enjoys breaking it apart to make hot chocolate.
Ingredients
- Chocolate: 300 g high-quality semisweet chocolate chopped or chips
- Chocolate: 100 g white chocolate chopped or chips
- Fillings & Toppings: 60 g mini marshmallows
- Fillings & Toppings: 3 tbsp hot cocoa mix
- Fillings & Toppings: 2 tbsp crushed peppermint candies (optional)
- Fillings & Toppings: 2 tbsp chocolate sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- Melt the semisweet chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water (double boiler) or in 30-second bursts in the microwave stirring until smooth.
- Step 3:
- Pour the melted chocolate onto the prepared baking sheet and spread into a rectangle about ½ cm thick.
- Step 4:
- While the chocolate is still warm evenly sprinkle the hot cocoa mix mini marshmallows and crushed peppermint candies (if using) over the surface.
- Step 5:
- Melt the white chocolate using the same method as above. Using a spoon drizzle the melted white chocolate over the bark in zig-zag patterns.
- Step 6:
- Add chocolate sprinkles or any additional toppings as desired.
- Step 7:
- Gently press toppings into the chocolate with a spatula or your hands to ensure they stick.
- Step 8:
- Refrigerate the bark for at least 30 minutes or until fully set.
- Step 9:
- Once firm break the bark into large pieces. Package as gifts or store in an airtight container.
Pin This recipe is a family favorite especially during winter holidays when everyone gathers and enjoys warm drinks together.
Required Tools
Baking sheet parchment paper heatproof bowls spatula microwave or double boiler
Allergen Information
Contains milk and soy (in chocolate and cocoa mix) may also contain traces of nuts depending on chocolate brand
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories 220 Total Fat 11 g Carbohydrates 30 g Protein 2 g
Pin This hot chocolate bomb bark is a delightful and festive treat that everyone will love. It adds a magical touch to any holiday gathering.
Recipe Q&A
- → What chocolates are best for this bark?
High-quality semisweet and white chocolates work best to achieve smooth melting and rich flavor.
- → Can I add other toppings?
Yes, crushed cookies, caramel bits, or festive sprinkles can enhance texture and taste.
- → How long should the bark chill?
Allow at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator to set the chocolate firmly before breaking into pieces.
- → Is this treat suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, the ingredients used are vegetarian-friendly, including the chocolate and marshmallows.
- → How can I serve this bark?
Enjoy it as a snack, gift it, or stir a piece into hot milk to create instant hot chocolate.