Viral Hot Chocolate Bark (Printable)

Festive chocolate bark layered with cocoa mix and marshmallows for a cozy and shareable treat.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chocolate

01 - 14 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped or chips
02 - 3.5 oz white chocolate, chopped or chips

→ Cocoa & Marshmallows

03 - 1/2 cup hot cocoa mix (approx. 4 single-serve packets)
04 - 1 1/2 cups mini marshmallows

→ Toppings (optional)

05 - 1/4 cup crushed peppermint candies or candy canes
06 - 2 tablespoons festive sprinkles

# Method:

01 - Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Melt the semi-sweet chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water or in 20-second bursts in the microwave, stirring until smooth.
03 - Pour melted semi-sweet chocolate onto the baking sheet and spread evenly into a 1/4-inch thick rectangle.
04 - Evenly sprinkle the hot cocoa mix over the warm chocolate layer.
05 - Scatter mini marshmallows over the cocoa layer, pressing gently to adhere.
06 - Melt the white chocolate using the same method as the semi-sweet chocolate.
07 - Drizzle melted white chocolate over the bark in zigzag patterns.
08 - Sprinkle crushed peppermint candies and festive sprinkles if desired.
09 - Allow the bark to set at room temperature or refrigerate for 30 minutes until firm. Break into pieces and store in airtight containers or package for gifting.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to make and shareable
  • Perfect for cozy winter nights
02 -
  • For a bomb effect, add a few chocolate chips and extra cocoa mix to each piece
  • Marshmallows may contain gelatin not suitable for some vegetarians
03 -
  • Use a double boiler to gently melt chocolates without burning
  • Press marshmallows gently so they stick but don't sink into chocolate
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