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Grinch hot chocolate bombs

Grinch Hot Chocolate Bombs are a festive and fun way to transform plain cocoa powder into a delightful Grinch-green Christmas treat. These bombs burst open with white hot chocolate, mini marshmallows, mint candy, and sprinkles, creating a steaming mug of cocoa that turns your milk green. They are perfect for holiday gifts or enjoying during the Christmas season.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 12 ounces green candy melts (1 bag)
  • 0.75 cup white hot chocolate mix (divided)
  • 6 Tablespoons crushed candy cane (divided)
  • 6 Tablespoons mini marshmallows (divided)
  • 3 teaspoons heart sprinkles (divided)
  • 0.5 cup white candy melts
  • Additional sprinkles and candy canes optional, for decoration

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Prepare a large baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium sized, microwave safe bowl, heat the green candy melts for 30-45 seconds and then remove and stir well.
  3. Continue heating in 20-30 second intervals, stirring well in between, until the candy is completely melted and smooth. Do not overheat.
  4. Place 1 heaping Tablespoon of the green liquid in each circle of 2 (6 count) 3 inch diameter, semi sphere silicone molds. You will have some remaining in the bowl, set it aside for now, it will be used again later.
  5. Swirl each mold to spread the candy melts evenly, using a spoon if necessary to spread it onto the sides of the sphere, and then turn the mold upside down quickly onto the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Place the molds in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes or until completely hardened.
  7. Once the spheres have completely set, remove the molds from the refrigerator and gently remove the green semi spheres.
  8. Fill half of the spheres (6 halves) with 2 Tablespoons of white hot chocolate, 1 Tablespoon of crushed candy cane, 1 Tablespoon of mini marshmallows and 0.5 teaspoon of heart sprinkles.
  9. Reheat the green candy melts for 30-45 seconds and stir well. Heat longer, if necessary, until the liquid is melted and smooth again.
  10. Take a sphere that has nothing in it and dip it into the melts. Gently swirl it and then place it on top of one of the filled spheres.
  11. Gently wipe off any excess or bulging green liquid and gently fill any holes, if necessary.
  12. Repeat with each empty sphere until you have 6 filled bombs. Place them back in the refrigerator for 5-10 minutes to set.
  13. Heat the white candy melts in a small, microwave safe bowl, for 30-45 seconds in the microwave and then stir them well.
  14. Heat again in 15-20 second increments, stirring after each heating, until they are completely melted and liquid.
  15. Drizzle the melted white candy over the bombs and then decorate with additional sprinkles or candy canes, optional.
  16. To serve, place in a large mug and pour in 1.25 cup of steaming hot milk. Stir well and enjoy!

Notes

Storage Instructions: After your Hot Chocolate Bombs have chilled enough to set, they can be stored at room temperature, either in an airtight container or bag, for up to 60 days. Be sure to keep them out of direct sunlight, in a cool location. If they get too hot they may melt or get deformed. You can also keep them in the refrigerator or freezer for 3-6 months.
Serving Suggestion: To serve, place one bomb in a large mug and pour in 1.25 cups of steaming hot milk. Stir well until the bomb dissolves and enjoy your festive Grinch hot chocolate!