Pin A fun and interactive dessert featuring an array of toppings for dipping hot chocolate spoons—perfect for cozy gatherings or festive occasions.
I first made this for a family holiday party and everyone loved decorating their own hot chocolate spoons.
Ingredients
- Hot Chocolate Spoons: 8 wooden or reusable spoons, 200 g dark chocolate chopped, 100 g milk chocolate chopped
- Dipping Toppings: 60 g mini marshmallows, 50 g crushed peppermint candies, 60 g mini chocolate chips (dark, milk, or white), 40 g toffee bits, 40 g crushed cookies (e.g. Oreos graham crackers), 50 g chopped nuts (hazelnuts almonds or pecans optional)
- Additional Treats: 8 biscotti or cookies, 500 ml hot milk (for serving)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Melt the dark and milk chocolate together in a heatproof bowl set over simmering water, stirring until smooth.
- Step 2:
- Dip each spoon into the melted chocolate, coating the bowl of the spoon generously. Place spoons on a parchment-lined tray.
- Step 3:
- While the chocolate is still soft, sprinkle with your choice of toppings marshmallows, peppermint, chocolate chips, toffee bits, cookies, or nuts.
- Step 4:
- Let the spoons set at room temperature or refrigerate for 10–15 minutes until firm.
- Step 5:
- Arrange the decorated spoons and extra toppings on a large board. Add biscotti or cookies around the edges.
- Step 6:
- To serve, pour hot milk into mugs. Stir in a chocolate spoon until melted, then add extra toppings as desired.
Pin This recipe always brings smiles as my family gathers around the board to create their favorite topping combinations.
Required Tools
Heatproof bowl, Saucepan, Parchment paper, Tray, Spoons (wooden or reusable)
Allergen Information
Contains milk and may contain nuts, gluten, and soy (depending on toppings and chocolate used). Always check product labels for allergens.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: Calories 260, Total Fat 14 g, Carbohydrates 34 g, Protein 4 g
Pin Enjoy this cozy dessert thatʼs as fun to make as it is to eat.
Recipe Q&A
- → How do I melt the chocolate perfectly?
Melt dark and milk chocolate gently in a heatproof bowl placed over simmering water, stirring frequently until smooth to avoid burning.
- → What toppings work best for spoon decorations?
Mini marshmallows, crushed peppermint, chocolate chips, toffee bits, crushed cookies, and chopped nuts create a delicious mix of textures and flavors.
- → Can I make this suitable for nut allergies?
Yes, simply omit nuts and select nut-free toppings to keep it safe for those with allergies.
- → How long should the spoons set after dipping?
Let the chocolate-coated spoons firm up at room temperature or refrigerate for 10–15 minutes until fully set.
- → What is the best way to serve these toppings?
Arrange the spoons and toppings on a board with cookies or biscotti; serve alongside hot milk for stirring and dipping.