Where are my Disney lovers at? I have a special treat for you today. If you adore Disney and a steaming cup of hot chocolate, you must try these Minnie Mouse Hot Cocoa Bombs. Don’t be intimidated — hot chocolate bombs are easier to make than they look. This clear, simple tutorial will guide you through creating these adorable cocoa bombs. Be sure to check out our other hot cocoa ideas mentioned in the recipe section.
Why these Minnie Mouse hot cocoa bombs are awesome
- Perfect for any Disney fan
- Fun and charming party favors
- More economical to make at home than to buy pre-made
Ingredients
- Red candy melts (about 6 oz)
- Chocolate candy melts (about 6 oz)
- 1 tablespoon hot chocolate mix per bomb
- Mini marshmallows
- White cookie icing
- Small candy bows or similar decorations (Wilton Candy Bows or equivalent)
Equipment: a 6-sphere silicone mold for cocoa bombs and a microwave-safe bowl for melting.
What are hot chocolate bombs?
Hot chocolate bombs are hollow chocolate spheres filled with hot cocoa mix and marshmallows. When you place one in a mug and pour warm milk (or hot water) over it, the shell melts and releases the cocoa mix and marshmallows. Stir to combine and enjoy a rich, comforting cup of hot chocolate.
How to make Minnie Mouse hot chocolate bombs
1. Melt the candy melts: Place the red candy melts in one microwave-safe bowl and the chocolate candy melts in another. Microwave in 30–60 second bursts, stirring between each burst, until smooth and fully melted.
2. Form the shells: Use a spoon to spread the melted candy up the sides of the silicone mold so each cavity is evenly coated. Make half the spheres with red melts (for Minnie’s face) and the other half with chocolate melts (for the back half). Let the molds sit for 5 minutes, then add another thin layer to any spots that look thin or uneven.
3. Chill: Place the filled mold in the refrigerator for 30–45 minutes, until the shells are completely firm. Once set, gently remove the chocolate halves from the mold.
4. Fill the bombs: Fill each red half with about 1 tablespoon of hot cocoa mix, a few mini marshmallows, and any small decorative sugar pearls you like.
5. Seal the bombs: Warm a glass plate in the microwave for one minute, then quickly place each chocolate half (the plain chocolate side) briefly onto the warm plate to melt the edge. Press the warmed chocolate half onto the filled red half to form a sealed sphere. Smooth the seam with a fingertip or small tool if needed.
6. Add the finishing touches: Pipe a thin line of white cookie icing along the center seam for decoration and to help seal any gaps. For Minnie’s ears, attach two small chocolate circles to the top of each bomb using a dab of melted chocolate as glue. Attach a candy bow between the ears using a small amount of melted chocolate or icing to secure it.
If you want Mickey instead of Minnie, skip the bow and keep the chocolate ears.
📖 Recipe
Minnie Mouse Hot Chocolate Bombs
Equipment
- Hot cocoa bomb silicone mold (6-sphere)
Ingredients
- 6 oz red candy melts
- 6 oz chocolate candy melts
- 1 tablespoon hot chocolate mix per bomb
- Mini marshmallows
- White cookie icing
- Small candy bows or similar decorations
Instructions
- Pour the red and chocolate candy melts into separate microwave-safe bowls. Heat in 30-second bursts, stirring until smooth.
- Spread the melted candy up the sides of the silicone mold to coat each cavity. Make half red and half chocolate.
- Let the molds sit 5 minutes, then add more candy melt to any thin spots.
- Chill the molds in the refrigerator for 30–45 minutes until completely hardened.
- Carefully remove the chocolate halves from the mold.
- Fill each red half with hot cocoa mix, mini marshmallows, and sugar pearls.
- Warm a glass plate in the microwave for one minute. Quickly place each chocolate half briefly on the hot plate to melt the edge, then press onto the filled red half to seal.
- Run a line of white icing along the seam for decoration and extra sealing.
- Attach two small chocolate circles as ears using melted chocolate, and glue a candy bow between the ears with a dab of melted chocolate.
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories: 285 | Carbohydrates: 38 g | Protein: 1 g | Fat: 14 g | Sugar: 36 g
Frequently asked questions
Candy melts are slightly different from real chocolate but melt easily and come in bright colors. For these decorative bombs, candy melts are a convenient choice.
You can use chocolate for the bottom halves and still create a Minnie look by adding ears and a bow.
Store finished cocoa bombs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three weeks.
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