We may only be a few days into December, but I’d be lying if I said my excitement for Christmas hasn’t absolutely skyrocketed. I mean, my housemates and I have already begun piling presents under our brightly decorated Christmas tree! Now, all we can think about is relaxing in our living room with our coziest blankets, favorite holiday movies and delicious cups of hot cocoa.
While some may prefer a classic cup of hot chocolate with no gimmicks, I can’t agree. That’s why Target’s amazing little hot cocoa kit is bound to be my new favorite Wondershop item this year.
Dress Up Your Cup!
Picture this: It’s snowing outside, and you’ve just grabbed your fuzziest blanket on the way to your couch. You notice A Charlie Brown Christmas is about to start, and then you think…what would make this moment even greater? A decked-out cup of hot chocolate! With the Target Wondershop hot cocoa bar set, you already have everything you’ll ever need for your perfect cup.
With five individual mason jars full of fun hot chocolate mix-ins, you can’t go wrong. While three are mainly toppings—mini marshmallows, crushed candy canes and caramel bits—the set also provides both milk chocolate and dark chocolate cocoa mixes. Yes, please!
If you’d rather make your own hot cocoa bar this holiday season, check out our guide.
Build Your Hot Cocoa Bar Today
Don’t be caught off guard by the incoming winter weather! You can warm up with one of these hot cocoa bar sets from Target for only $10 this holiday season. Unless this set is eligible for delivery to your address, you may have to head in-store and take a walk through Target’s Wondershop. (Just try not to get sucked in by all the deals…)
Treat yourself this winter with some smooth cocoa and minty-sweet toppings. I know I will be!
Sweeten up the Holidays with These Hot Cocoa Recipes
Cozy Hot ChocolateSteaming mugs of these smooth beverages are a nice anytime treat with my husband, Ken.—Marie Hattrup, Sonoma, California
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Fluffy Hot ChocolateThis is our daughter's favorite hot chocolate recipe. It may look like ordinary cocoa, but a touch of vanilla sets it apart from the rest. And the melted marshmallows give it a frothy body you won't get from a cocoa packet. —Jo Ann Schimcek, Weimar, Texas
Honey-Bourbon Hot ChocolateMy husband and I like to enjoy this grown-up version of hot chocolate on a cold winter evening. It's even better made with honey-flavored bourbon if you can find that in your local store. —Andrea Harvath, Duncannon, Pennsylvania
Pumpkin Spice Hot ChocolatePumpkin spiced hot chocolate is a warming cinnamon and orange-infused dairy concoction with real pumpkin puree and white chocolate chips. A cloud of spiced whipped cream on top finishes it off.
Hot ChocolateIt is time to skip the mix! Learn how to make the best hot chocolate you have ever tasted. This decadent recipe is as easy as it is delicious.
Hazelnut Hot ChocolateVanilla beans and a hazelnut liqueur like Frangelico lend a sophisticated flavor to this hot chocolate. With such rich taste, it could be served as a dessert. —Michael Compean, Fountain Hills, Arizona
Landmark Hot ChocolateWith or without a nip of rum, my hot chocolate recipe has been a Wisconsin winter warmer for years. When the toboggan hills are calling, I skip the whipped cream and take a thermos to go. It’s always a hit and it ensures nobody is left out in the cold! —Mark Phillips, Bayfield, Wisconsin
Peppermint White Hot ChocolateMy soothing white hot chocolate is a great warm-up after a wintry day spent sledding or ice skating. Or include it as a festive addition to brunch or an afternoon tea party. —Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon
Favorite Hot ChocolateYou need just a few basic ingredients to stir up this spirit-warming sipper. The comforting beverage is smooth and not too sweet, making it just right for a cozy chilly night. —Flo Snodderly, North Vernon, Indiana
Mexican Hot ChocolateCold winter days beg for a sweet, warming and creamy beverage, but this Mexican hot chocolate recipe does even better. You’ll love the spicy aromas and touch of dark chocolate bitterness in every frothy cup.Â
Crackling Hot CocoaThis hot chocolate recipe is more than a warm-you-up—it's rich and thick decadence in a mug. —Cyndi Nistico, Palm Island, Florida
Vanilla Almond Hot CocoaTreat your family to this comforting, homemade cocoa as you decorate the tree or open holiday gifts. Vanilla and almond extracts make it taste even more special. —Vicki Holloway, Joelton, Tennessee
Kahlua Hot ChocolateElevate your cozy drink game with this spiked hot chocolate recipe featuring a touch of Kahlua. This rich and creamy beverage is easy to customize with your favorite spirits and toppings, perfect for chilly evenings or festive gatherings.
Hot Cocoa with Almond MilkThis wholesome vegan hot chocolate drink will leave you feeling warm and cozy on a cold, snowy day. Wrap yourself in a blanket, grab your favorite book and settle on the couch – this drink can be made in a matter of minutes.
Raspberry Hot CocoaGarnished with whipped cream, chocolate curls and raspberry-flavored marshmallows, this cool-weather favorite goes from everyday to extra-special. —Andrew McDowell, Lake Villa, Illinois
Ghostly Hot CocoaChocolate pudding mix is the convenient start to this clever cocoa mix. Kids of all ages get a kick out of the marshmallow ghost floating on top. —Ruby Gibson, Newton, North Carolina
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