Viral Hot Chocolate Bark (Print)

Layered chocolate bark with marshmallows and cocoa mix offers a fun, shareable treat for chilly evenings.

# Components:

→ Chocolate

01 - 14 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped or in chips
02 - 3.5 oz white chocolate, chopped or in chips

→ Cocoa & Marshmallows

03 - 1/2 cup hot cocoa mix (approx. 4 single-serve packets)
04 - 1 1/2 cups mini marshmallows

→ Toppings (optional)

05 - 1/4 cup crushed peppermint candies or candy canes
06 - 2 tbsp festive sprinkles

# Directions:

01 - Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Melt semi-sweet chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water or microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
03 - Pour melted semi-sweet chocolate onto the prepared sheet and spread to form a 1/4-inch thick rectangle.
04 - Evenly sprinkle hot cocoa mix over the warm chocolate layer.
05 - Scatter mini marshmallows over the cocoa layer, pressing them gently into the chocolate.
06 - Melt white chocolate as before, then drizzle it over the bark in zigzag patterns.
07 - Sprinkle crushed peppermint candies and festive sprinkles over the white chocolate drizzle if desired.
08 - Allow the bark to set at room temperature or refrigerate for 30 minutes until firm.
09 - Break or cut the bark into pieces and package in cellophane bags or store in an airtight container.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick to make with simple ingredients
  • Ideal for sharing or gifting
02 -
  • Contains milk, soy, and possibly traces of nuts depending on chocolate brand
  • Check marshmallow packaging for gelatin if preparing for vegetarians
03 -
  • Let the bark fully firm before breaking for neat pieces
  • For an extra rich cocoa, use a dark chocolate base and add extra cocoa mix
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