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If you are a K Marie fan you know I love decorating, cooking, and entertaining!! My love and passion for the hospitality industry started at an early age and has truly grown over the years!
DIY Hot Cocoa Bar
I love how you can create so many fun memories and how much joy it brings to others. With all my years of experience I have learned that DIY stations are always a big hit!
National Hot Chocolate Day is right around the corner and nothing warms you up like a good cup of Hot Chocolate!
Why will you love this recipe?
- It’s the perfect recipe for your fall and winter entertaining
- It gives you a chance to show your creativity and your guest
- It can be done a budget
- It’s delicious and will warm you up at the same time
DIY Hot Cocoa Bar Toppings
- Hot Chocolate
- Cool Whip
- Sprinkles
- Chocolate Chips (Variety of flavors- White, Milk Chocolate, Peanut Butter, and more)
- Hot Cocoa Bombs
- Hot Cocoa Spoons or Sticks
- Marshmallows
- Flavored Syrups
- Candy Canes
- Candy Cane Spoons
- Cookies
- Pretzel Rods
- Cinnamon
- Peeps
- Nuts
- Flavored Vodka, Kahlua, Flavored Liqueurs,
- Cute Spoons and straws
- Fun and festive mugs or cups
Enjoy Your Fun Party Favors!
How to set up a Hot Cocoa Bar
All of the ideas are limitless to different ways to set up a hot cocoa bar. You can totally make it cute and fun on a budget or splurge a little and make it fancy!
A Hot Cocoa Bar can be set up on a kitchen island, table with a pretty tablecloth, kitchen counter, or even a bar cart. Dress up your hot cocoa bar by adding cute cups, mugs, a sign that says Hot Chocolate Bar, fun and festive spoons, and all of the accessories to make your bar fancy and fun!
Tips and Tricks
Planning ahead will help you save time for your event
Add a cute sign with instructions
Add labels on the products
Create fun party favors like a Hot Cocoa Kit
Add flavored alcohol to give your guest the option to make it an adult hot cocoa
A Good Cup of Hot Chocolate?
Recipe FAQ
Can I add food coloring to the Hot Cocoa Bar?
Yes, it would be fun with your white hot chocolate.
Can I add alcohol to my hot cocoa bar?
Yes, I totally recommend have a variety of flavored vodka, whiskey, and liqueurs.
Can I add different flavors of hot chocolate?
Yes, having a variety is a what DIY stations are all about.
Can I make my own hot chocolate in a crock pot?
Yes, homemade hot chocolate is always so good and creamy!
Can I add coffee or other warm beverages?
Yes, of course! It will be really fun to have a sign that says cocoa & coffee bar!
Other Amazing DIY Ideas For You
- DIY Halloween Cups
- Easter DIY Centerpiece
- DIY SMORES HOSTESS GIFT
- DIY New Years Eve Centerpiece
- Easter DIY Centerpiece
- Cookies and Cocoa
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DIY Hot Cocoa Bar
Ingredients
- Hot Chocolate
- Cool Whip
- Sprinkles
- Chocolate Chips
- Hot Cocoa Bombs
- Hot Cocoa Spoons or Sticks
- Marshmallows
- Flavored Syrups
- Candy Canes
- Candy Cane Spoons
- Cookies
- Pretzel Rods
- Cinnamon
- Peeps
- Nuts
- Flavored Vodka, Kaulahu, Flavored Liqueurs,
- Cute Spoons and straws
- Fun and festive mugs or cups
Instructions
- Arrange all of your favorite hot cocoa ingredients on a table, kitchen island, bar cart, or kitchen counter. Add a crockpot or something to keep the milk or water warm. Allow your guest to create their own personal hot chocolate creations! Enjoy & Have Fun!!
this looks amazing
Thank you so much Jimmy!!
This was a really big hit at our holiday party! Thank you for sharing!