Reindeer Hot Cocoa Bar (Print View)

A cozy holiday drink setup featuring rich hot cocoa and a variety of festive toppings to personalize.

# Components:

→ Hot Cocoa

01 - 4 cups whole milk
02 - 2 cups heavy cream
03 - ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
04 - ½ cup granulated sugar
05 - 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
06 - ¼ teaspoon salt
07 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Toppings & Add-Ins

08 - Mini marshmallows
09 - Whipped cream
10 - Crushed peppermint candies
11 - Mini chocolate chips
12 - Holiday sprinkles
13 - Caramel sauce
14 - Chocolate syrup
15 - Candy canes
16 - Cinnamon sticks

# Directions:

01 - In a large saucepan over medium heat, whisk together milk, heavy cream, cocoa powder, sugar, chocolate chips, and salt until smooth.
02 - Continue whisking frequently as the mixture warms; once chocolate chips have melted and the liquid is hot but not boiling, remove from heat.
03 - Stir in the pure vanilla extract thoroughly.
04 - Transfer the hot cocoa to an insulated carafe or keep warm in a slow cooker set on low heat.
05 - Arrange toppings and add-ins such as marshmallows, whipped cream, and crushed peppermint in bowls or jars with spoons and tongs for self-serving.
06 - Encourage guests to fill mugs with hot cocoa and personalize with preferred toppings.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Interactive holiday drink setup
  • Perfect for gatherings and cozy nights
02 -
  • For a dairy-free option, substitute milk and cream with oat or almond milk and use dairy-free chocolate chips.
  • Add a splash of espresso or Irish cream liqueur for an adult twist.
03 -
  • Use high-quality cocoa powder for richer flavor
  • Keep toppings chilled until serving to maintain freshness
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