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Christmas Chocolate Hot Cups

Cozy Up with Christmas Chocolate Hot Cups This Season

Experience the magic of Christmas with these delightful Christmas Chocolate Hot Cups, a festive treat that combines rich cocoa and a fudgy chocolate shell.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Holiday
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chocolate Cups
  • 200 grams Melted Chocolate Use quality dark or milk chocolate for the best flavor and a sturdy cup structure.
  • 4 pieces Disposable Cups Choose heat-resistant cups to ensure they hold the melted chocolate without breaking.
For the Cocoa Filling
  • 50 grams Cocoa Powder Adds depth to your hot cocoa experience; consider using a sugar-free alternative for a lighter option.
  • 1 cup Mini Marshmallows Provides sweetness and a fluffy texture; you can replace with whipped cream or chopped nuts for fun variations.
For Decoration
  • 2 pieces Candy Canes Use as festive stirring sticks; peppermint extract is a great substitute if preferred.
  • 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar For decoration; feel free to skip or swap in edible glitter.

Equipment

  • double boiler
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Melt the chocolate using a double boiler over low heat or in the microwave until smooth. Approx. 5-7 minutes.
  2. Pour melted chocolate into disposable cups, coating thoroughly. Set upright on parchment-lined baking sheet.
  3. After 15 minutes at room temperature, pour a second layer of chocolate to stabilize. Refrigerate for 20 minutes.
  4. Remove chocolate cups from molds and fill with cocoa powder, topping with mini marshmallows.
  5. Drizzle melted chocolate and sprinkle with sugar for decoration. Allow to set a few minutes.
  6. Heat milk until steaming, place chocolate cup in milk, and stir gently with a candy cane.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 20gCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor. Store cups in a cool, dry place for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for a week. Freeze for longer storage.

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