13 Holiday Hot Cocoa Bar Essentials
When the holidays get stressful and the winter doldrums set in, there is one sure-fire way to combat the blues: hot cocoa! We’re sharing everything you need to create a super fly hot cocoa bar. In no time at all, you’ll be swooning over adorable lights, the beauty of snow and maybe — just maybe — even hosting a make-your-own hot cocoa party at your glorious cocoa bar. Read on, warm up and rock on!
Elmhurst Plant-Based Milk ($14)
If you’re having hot chocolate, mix it in with some hazelnut, cashew, or almond milk for a dairy-free twist.
Milk Boss Milk Frother ($15)
Make rich, creamy froth à la your local coffee shop with this handheld frother.
Mini Teaspoons ($15)
This set of eight mini teaspoons is sure to delight as guests mix in rum and other fixings.
Chocolate Bark ($24)
What pairs best with chocolate? More chocolate, of course! The s'mores flavor of this chocolate bark is the perfect cozy treat.
Mini Marshmallow Bomb ($14)
Top with mini marshmallows plus sprinkles and candy bits for a spectacular cuppa.
11. Chocolate Covered Pretzels ($27): Balance out the hot cocoa sweets with the slightly salty twinge of these delicious, chocolate-dipped pretzels. Did someone say chocolate feast? We hope our invitation is in the mail!
Mast Brothers Organic Chocolate Collection ($36)
Try 12 different flavors of HC with this collection of ethically sourced, organic chocolate.
Confetti Spatula Set ($15)
Sometimes hot cocoa means starting from scratch and melting your very own chocolate. Scrape the bowl and let a lucky guest lick the rest off with these sweet confetti spatula.
Moonstruck Milk Chocolate Mint ($13)
Serve a trio of flavors, like refreshing mint, milk chocolate, or dark chocolate, from this rich and luxurious milk chocolate cocoa mix made in Portland, Oregon.
The Forest Feast Cook Book ($25)
A DIY hot cocoa bar makes for a killer dessert, but that means you need a dinner before hand. Use this all-veggie cookbook to take a delicious and meat-less approach to dinner.
Contemporary Coloring Book ($14)
Stock your bar with fun activities to do while you sip your chocolaty confections. This coloring book is all grown up and super chic.
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This story has been updated from a previous post published in 2015.
