A festive Christmas hot chocolate bar with mugs, a pot of hot cocoa, and bowls of toppings like marshmallows, whipped cream, and candy canes.

Set up a fun and festive Hot Chocolate Bar for your next holiday gathering. This guide provides a recipe for a rich and creamy homemade hot chocolate, plus endless ideas for toppings and mix-ins so your guests can create their own perfect cup. From whipped cream and marshmallows to peppermint sticks and caramel sauce, a hot chocolate bar is a wonderful activity for a family Christmas party, a kids’ get-together, or a cozy winter night in. It is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that brings holiday cheer to any event.

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Prep Time

20 minutes

Cook Time

10 minutes

Total Time

30 minutes

Difficulty

Easy

Skills

None

Kitchen

Average

Ingredients & Nutrition

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