Happy New Year! 2020 had its challenges. We were all ready to leave it in the past (though I am not sure 2021 is starting off all that great). Can we just talk about the good things to come out of 2020 for a minute. Can we talk about the invention of the Hot Chocolate Bomb??? First of all, how is this JUST NOW becoming a thing? Second, who is the genius who came up with it?? Whoever it was, I am surely thankful. It would be embarrassing to admit how many I have had. But today and I am showing you how to make a cozy winter treat with this easy-to-follow salted caramel hot chocolate bombs recipe! It’s filled with creamy and decadent salted caramel and comes together in just a few simple steps. You’ll be enjoying a warm cup of indulgent hot cocoa in no time!
See below for step x step instructions (with pictures) of how to create a Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate Bomb ALL on your own! It’s easier than you may think!
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Since the craze of the hot chocolate bomb made them hard to find as Christmas drew near, I started watching ALL the videos about how to create my own! Now that we are past the holidays and we have had our fill (with a few extra pounds to show for it) of all our favorite Christmas flavors, I decided to make some new flavors for the winter. After all, it is still in the 40’s here in Nashville and I am STILL wanting Hot Cocoa! See below for how to create Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate Bombs that will warm your soul this winter. Make them for yourself or for friends and neighbors. These would make amazing party favors (when we can have parties again) or gifts for teachers! Wrap them in a plastic bag or box and pair with a great mug. Also, you can play around with flavors, too. The possibilities are endless!
Gather Your Ingredients and Supplies:
Before you can start making your salted caramel hot chocolate bombs, you’ll need to gather the necessary ingredients and materials. You’ll need melting wafers, butter, hot cocoa mix, a pinch of flaky sea salt, mini marshmallows, and round candy molds. Find all the links of what I used below:
- 2.5″ Round Silicone Mold
- Salted Caramel Melting Wafers
- Salted Caramel Hot Cocoa Mix – my favorite is the Private Selection Brand from Kroger, but here is a list of some other great options:
Good & Gather Salted Caramel Cocoa Mix
Starbucks Salted Caramel Chocolate Mix
Land O’Lakes Salted Caramel and Chocolate Hot Cocoa Mix
World Market Dark Chocolate Salted Caramel Cocoa Mix - Mini Marshmallows
- Flaky Sea Salt
- Spoon
Make the Salted Caramel Shells:
STEP 1: Melt your wafers according to package directions.
STEP 2: Pour a little bit of the salted caramel into each round vessel.
STEP 3: Use a spoon to spread the caramel around the mold to cover every part of the half-circle.
STEP 4: Allow to harden. I put mine in the fridge for about 30 minutes.
STEP 5: Remove the round half from the molds.
Assemble the Hot Chocolate Bombs & Sprinkle them with Sea Salt:
STEP 6: Fill half of the half-circles with a spoonful of hot cocoa mix and mini marshmallows.
STEP 7: Warm a plate in the microwave or heat up a frying pan on the stove top. Place the other half of each half-circle onto the warm plate of pan to melt the edges slightly.
STEP 8: Place the 2 halves together and hold for about 20-30 seconds to allow them to set. Set aside to allow time to harden.
STEP 9: Once the bombs are assembled, melt more melting wafers according to package instructions.
STEP 10: Using a spoon, drizzle the caramel over the bombs and sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
STEP 11: Package to give away or place in a LARGE mug and add 12 ounces of hot milk and watch your bomb explode into Salted Caramel Goodness.
WARNING: These are S-W-E-E-T! Add more milk to cut down on the sweetness if you prefer.
Let the Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate Bombs Melt Into Delicious Hot Cocoa!
Now that your salted caramel hot chocolate bombs are ready, it’s time to enjoy them! Place one of your creations into a mug and pour over a small amount of hot milk (or dairy-free alternative). As the warm beverage circulates around the cup, watch as the shell slowly melts away and all the deliciousness inside is revealed. Stir until fully mixed and add more milks if you prefer a thinner consistency. Finally, top with extra marshmallows or desired toppings for an added wow factor!
Products I used:
Enjoy your Hot Chocolate Bombs in one of these adorable mugs!
Don’t want to try your hand at your own Hot Chocolate Bomb?? Try these fun hot chocolate bombs, mixes and sticks:
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Salted Caramel Hot Cocoa Bombs
Ingredients
- Salted Caramel Melting Wafers
- Flaky Sea Salt
- 2.5" Silicone Mold
- Salted Caramel Hot Cocoa Mix
- Mini Marshmallows
Instructions
- Melt wafers according to package directions.
- Pour a little bit of the melted salted caramel into the silicone mold.
- Use a spoon to spread the caramel around the mold to cover every part of the half-circle.
- Allow caramel to harden.
- Remove the half circles from the mold.
- Fill 3 of the molds with a spoonful of cocoa mix and marshmallows.
- Use a warm plate or frying pan to melt the edge of the other halves.
- Place the 2 halves together for about 20 - 30 seconds and set aside.
- Melt some more wafers and drizzle over prepared bombs.
- Sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
- To make hot cocoa: Place bomb in a large mug. Pour 12 oz of hot milk over bomb and stir until melted.
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