Whimsical hot cocoa with rich chocolate, bear-shaped cookies, and a variety of indulgent toppings for festive moments.
# What You'll Need:
→ Hot Cocoa
01 - 4 cups whole milk
02 - 1 cup heavy cream
03 - 0.5 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
04 - 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
05 - 0.25 cup granulated sugar
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - Pinch of salt
→ Toppings
08 - 2 cups mini marshmallows
09 - 0.5 cup whipped cream
10 - 0.33 cup chocolate shavings
11 - 0.25 cup caramel sauce
12 - 0.25 cup crushed peppermint candies
13 - 0.25 cup mini chocolate chips
14 - 0.25 cup toffee bits
15 - 0.25 cup rainbow sprinkles
→ Dippable Treats
16 - 6 large bear-shaped sugar cookies, store-bought or homemade
17 - 12 chocolate-dipped pretzel rods
18 - 1 cup graham crackers
19 - 1 cup fresh strawberries
20 - 1 cup mini donuts or donut holes
→ Extras
21 - 6 cinnamon sticks for stirring
22 - 6 mugs
# How to Make It:
01 - In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine milk, heavy cream, chocolate chips, cocoa powder, sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Whisk continuously until the chocolate melts and the mixture is smooth and steaming, but do not bring to a boil. Remove from heat and keep warm.
02 - Organize all toppings neatly in small bowls or ramekins on a large serving tray or board.
03 - Distribute dippable treats such as cookies, pretzels, graham crackers, strawberries, and mini donuts around the board, alternating colors and shapes for a visually appealing display.
04 - Place the bear-shaped sugar cookies prominently in the center of the board for a playful focal point.
05 - Pour the hot cocoa into a heatproof pitcher or insulated carafe and set out mugs alongside cinnamon sticks for stirring.
06 - Encourage guests to fill their mugs with hot cocoa and customize their drinks with preferred toppings and treats.
