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Chocolate Hot Cups

Delightful chocolate cups filled with mini marshmallows and cocoa powder, perfect for a cozy drink on cold days.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chocolate Cups
  • 1 cup melted milk chocolate Melt gently to avoid burning.
  • 6 pieces disposable cups For serving.
  • 6 pieces candy canes To use as stirring sticks.
For the Filling and Decoration
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder For sprinkling.
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows For filling.
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar For decoration.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Melt the milk chocolate in a double boiler or microwave until smooth.
  2. Pour the melted chocolate into the disposable cups, swirling to coat the insides.
  3. Let the chocolate set and repeat for a thicker layer if desired.
  4. Carefully remove the chocolate cups once set.
  5. Pour more melted chocolate into the cups and insert a candy cane as a stirring stick.
  6. Allow everything to dry completely.
Assembly
  1. Sprinkle cocoa powder and mini marshmallows into each cup.
  2. Drizzle more melted chocolate over the marshmallows and decorate with granulated sugar.
  3. For extra sweetness, dip the cups into more chocolate again.
Serving
  1. Pour hot milk into the chocolate cups and let sit for a minute.
  2. Use the candy cane to stir, blending the chocolate and sweet flavors.
  3. Add extra marshmallows or whipped cream on top for indulgence.

Notes

Store leftover Chocolate Hot Cups in an airtight container. To maintain freshness, keep in a cool, dry place. Ensure the cups are completely dry if preparing ahead.