Homemade Hot Chocolate Recipes and Creative Ideas

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When the days start to get shorter and the weather turns colder, there is nothing better than a cozy cup of hot chocolate.

These quick and easy homemade hot chocolate recipes and ideas will have you warmed up in no time.

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Reindeer Marshmallow Stirrers

Hot chocolate time doesn’t get much cuter than this! These would be great for a holiday party or a fun surprise when the kids come in from sledding to warm up with a cup of chocolate.

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Hot Chocolate Sticks

You can skip the cocoa powder with these cute and delicious hot chocolate sticks. Just dunk and stir in warm milk!

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Mexican Hot Cocoa Mix

This Mexican hot cocoa recipe spices up classic hot cocoa with cinnamon and a dash of chili powder!

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Red Velvet Hot Chocolate

This recipe makes a creamy and luxurious red velvet hot chocolate with a gorgeous and festive color.

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Salted Caramel Hot Cocoa

Sea salt caramel topping and fresh whipped cream put this salted caramel hot cocoa over the top. Delicious!

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Homemade Peppermint Hot Chocolate

A minty splash and a candy cane give this peppermint hot chocolate a special Christmas appeal.

 

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DIY Hot Cocoa Santa Ornaments

Quick and easy to assemble, these cute hot cocoa ornaments make a great gift or party favor.

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Candy Cane Marshmallows For Hot Cocoa

These versatile candy cane marshmallows are great in hot chocolate, wonderful for entertaining, a perfect gift or even a yummy little snack on its own.

 

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After you’ve found the perfect hot chocolate recipe, you’re definitely going to need a new mug to drink it in!

Marshmallow Shaped Hot Chocolate Mugs

Check out these little cuties! This set of four little hot chocolate mugs is microwave and dishwasher safe.

 

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Find something for the adults too with these gourmet gift baskets!

 

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