Ultimate Hot Chocolate Charcuterie Board for Cozy Parties
A dazzling spread of toppings, treats, and goodies to create the ultimate hot chocolate experience for cozy gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Hot chocolate mix or homemade cocoa blend (cocoa powder, sugar, and milk)
- Mini marshmallows, jumbo marshmallows, flavored marshmallows (peppermint or caramel)
- Whipped cream (freshly whipped or store-bought)
- Chocolate shavings (white, milk, and dark chocolate)
- Peppermint sticks
- Caramel sauce
- Festive sprinkles
- Cookies (chocolate chip, gingerbread, or shortbread)
- Seasonal candies (candy canes, chocolate truffles, chocolate-covered pretzels)
- Liqueurs (optional: Bailey’s, Kahlúa, peppermint schnapps)
Instructions
- Heat milk (or water) in a large pot over medium heat. Stir in hot chocolate mix or homemade cocoa blend until smooth. Keep warm on low heat.
- Place small bowls on the board and fill them with toppings like marshmallows, sprinkles, and chocolate shavings.
- Arrange cookies, peppermint sticks, and seasonal candies around the bowls for variety and texture.
- Place liqueurs or sauces in small jars or bottles beside the board.
- Arrange mugs nearby, along with spoons and tongs for easy serving.
- Ladle hot chocolate into mugs and let guests customize their drinks using the toppings.
Notes
Keep extra toppings in reserve to refill the board as needed. Use a slow cooker or hot chocolate dispenser to keep the drink warm throughout the party.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug of hot chocola
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 30
- Sodium: 100
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 4
Keywords: Hot Chocolate, Charcuterie Board, Cozy Parties, Winter Dessert, Holiday Treats