One of the best parts of winter, in my opinion, is the cocoa. It’s perfect on a cold, snowy day. Adults and kids alike seem to enjoy it. Setting up a cocoa bar has become my go to treat for parties where we have children invited. Cocoa bars are great for holiday gatherings, birthday parties, classroom parties, sledding parties…anywhere where you have a crowd! The best part of a cocoa bar? The possibilities are endless!
Cocoa Bar
What You Will Need
- Cocoa
- Mugs
- Water Source (we used our Keurig as we did;t have to worry about boiling water when the water ran out)
- Toppings and Mix Ins
- Stirrers
How To
We opt to set our bar up in its own area. It has the potential to get a bit messy so be prepared. Use small decorative bowls for your toppings and mix ins.
Some possible topping ideas:
- Andes Thin Mint chips
- Peppermint Chips
- Butterscotch Chips
- Peanut Butter Chips
- Cherries
- Mini Chocolate Chips
- Marshmallows
- Whipped Cream
- Hot Fudge
- Salted Caramel Sundae Topping
Kids may enjoy using candy canes or Pirouette cookies to stir their cocoa. It gets the job done and tastes extra sweet too.
Making an Adult Version
Want a cocoa bar for the adults as well? Try adding some of the following options to your cocoa bar (these are not affiliate links, Pinnacle just has tons of vodka flavors!):
- Butterscotch Schnapps
- Peppermint Schnapps
- Chocolate Mint Liqeuer
- Pinnacle Whipped Cream Vodka
- Pinnacle Cherry Whipped Cream Vodka
- Pinnacle Marshmallow Vodka
- Pinnacle Chocolate Whipped Cream Vodka
- Pinnacle Peppermint Bark Vodka
- Pinnacle Salted Caramel Vodka
- Bailey’s Irish Cream
Be sure to add a variety of toppings as well. If your guests are anything like me and have a sweet tooth they will enjoy making their own signature cocoa beverage.
Have you ever made a cocoa bar? What did you use?
