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    Home » DIY » DIY Hot Cocoa Bar

    DIY Hot Cocoa Bar

    Published: Jan 3, 2022 · Modified: Feb 2, 2022 by Katrina · This post may contain affiliate links · 3 Comments

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    Happy Marvelous Monday!!

    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

    A DIY hot cocoa bar made with hot chocolate, marshmallows, cool whip, sprinkles, and other fun toppings.

    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?

    1. It’s the perfect recipe for your fall and winter entertaining
    2. It gives you a chance to show your creativity and your guest
    3. It can be done a budget
    4. 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!

    Create your own DIY hot chocolate bar with hot chocolate, marshmallows, cool whip, sprinkles, and other fun toppings.

    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?

    Hot chocolate, marshmallows, cool whip, sprinkles, and other fun toppings are used to create a fun and festive hot chocolate cocoa bar.

    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
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    DIY Hot Cocoa Bar

    Katrina
    Hot Chocolate, Marshmallows, Cool Whip, Sprinkles, and other fun toppings used to create a fun and festive DIY Hot Cocoa Bar.
    Print Recipe
    Prep Time 15 mins
    Course Drinks
    Cuisine American

    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!!
    Keyword DIY Hot Cocoa Bar, Hot Cocoa Bar
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    5 based on 2 reviews

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. jimmy clare

      February 21, 2022 at 7:31 pm

      this looks amazing

      Reply
      • Katrina

        February 22, 2022 at 2:15 pm

        Thank you so much Jimmy!!

        Reply
    2. Camillia

      December 14, 2022 at 5:14 pm

      This was a really big hit at our holiday party! Thank you for sharing!

      Reply

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