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Chocolate Hot Cups

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Chocolate Hot Cups are rich, fudgy hot‑chocolate sticks or cups made by pouring melted chocolate into molds with marshmallows or toppings, then serving them on a spoon or stick. When stirred into hot milk, they create a cozy, indulgent drink that’s perfect for winter nights.

Ingredients

  • Semisweet or dark chocolate (about 200 g / 7 oz)
  • Heavy cream or sweetened condensed milk (optional, for a softer melt‑in‑milk texture)
  • Mini marshmallows (for topping)
  • Crushed candy canes or peppermint bits (optional, for peppermint version)
  • Sprinkles or cocoa nibs (optional, for decoration)
  • Wooden sticks, plastic spoons, or lollipop sticks
  • Silicone molds or small paper cups

Instructions

  1. Melt the chocolate in a double boiler or microwave, stirring until smooth.
  2. Optionally stir in a little heavy cream or sweetened condensed milk to achieve a softer melting texture.
  3. Pour the melted chocolate into silicone molds or small paper cups, filling them to the desired thickness.
  4. Top each filled mold with mini marshmallows, crushed candy canes, sprinkles or cocoa nibs while the chocolate is still warm.
  5. Insert a wooden stick or plastic spoon into each mold while the chocolate is still soft but starting to set.
  6. Let the chocolate set completely at room temperature or chill in the fridge until firm.
  7. Once set, remove from molds and store in a cool, dry place until ready to use.

Notes

  • For a mocha twist, add a pinch of espresso powder to the melted chocolate.
  • Use white or milk chocolate instead of dark for a milder flavor.
  • For adult gifting, stir a splash of liqueur into the melted chocolate before molding.
  • Consider wrapping each chocolate cup on a stick in cellophane with instructions: “Stir into 6‑8 oz hot milk until melted.”
  • If the kitchen is warm, store finished cups in the fridge to maintain shape.

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