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Hot Chocolate Bombs with Chili-Spiced Cocoa

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  • Author: Mari
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • chill time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 bombs
  • Category: Drink
  • Method: Molded
  • Cuisine: Zodiac-Inspired Sweets
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These fiery Aries-inspired hot chocolate bombs pack bold heat and cosmic flair. A glossy semi-sweet chocolate shell hides chili-spiced cocoa mix and mini marshmallows, while a dusting of red shimmer and a chocolate drizzle give them a dramatic zodiac finish. Just drop into hot milk and stir for a warming, spice-kissed sip of Aries energy.

Ingredients

Chocolate Shells:

  • 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips or melting chocolate wafers

  • 1 tbsp red edible shimmer dust or luster dust

  • Optional: chili cocoa powder for outer dusting

Spiced Cocoa Mix (fills ~6 bombs):

  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder

  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar

  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon

  • 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)

  • 1/8 tsp salt

Fillings:

  • Mini marshmallows

  • Optional: red sprinkles or crushed cinnamon candies

For Decoration:

  • Melted dark or white chocolate for drizzling

  • Additional shimmer or chili-cocoa for dusting

Equipment:

  • Silicone half-sphere mold (2-inch diameter)

  • Food-safe brush

Instructions

Melt the Chocolate:

  1. Microwave chocolate in 30-second bursts, stirring in between until smooth.

  2. Spoon about 1 tbsp into each cavity of the silicone mold. Use the back of the spoon or a food-safe brush to coat evenly. Chill 10–15 minutes to set.

  3. Repeat with a second layer for strength, then chill again.

Prepare Spiced Cocoa Mix: 4. In a bowl, whisk cocoa powder, powdered sugar, cinnamon, cayenne, and salt. Adjust spice level to taste.

Assemble the Bombs: 5. Carefully unmold chocolate shells.
6. Fill one half with 1 tbsp cocoa mix, mini marshmallows, and optional candy.
7. Warm a plate and lightly press the edge of an empty shell against it to melt. Seal it over the filled half.

Decorate: 8. Drizzle with melted chocolate. Dust with red shimmer or a pinch of chili cocoa blend. Let dry completely.

To Serve: 9. Place in a mug and pour 8–10 oz of hot milk over the bomb. Stir to reveal the fiery flavor.

Notes

  • Use red shimmer or gold luster dust to enhance Aries aesthetics.

  • For extra heat, increase cayenne or add a touch of chili powder to the chocolate shell.

  • Store in a cool, dry place and wrap individually for gifting.

Find it online: https://homelandflavors.com/chocolate-bombs-with-chili-spiced-cocoa/