Introduction:
Make your holidays extra magical with these stunning white chocolate peppermint bombs! These treats combine a creamy white chocolate shell, a festive peppermint crunch, and a delightful cherry on top. Perfect for gifts, parties, or as a sweet indulgence for yourself.
Recipe:
Ingredients:
For the Shells:
- 2 cups (400g) white chocolate chips or candy melts
- Silicone sphere molds
For the Filling:
- Crushed peppermint candies or candy canes
- Marshmallows (mini)
- Hot cocoa powder (optional, if you want a hot cocoa bomb effect)
For Decoration:
- Red cherries (with stems)
- ¼ cup (50g) crushed peppermint candies
- 2 tablespoons melted milk or dark chocolate (for drizzling)
Instructions:
- Melt the White Chocolate:
- Place white chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl and melt in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth.
- Create the Shells:
- Spread the melted chocolate evenly inside the silicone sphere molds using a spoon or pastry brush. Ensure a thick, even coating.
- Chill the molds in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes until set.
- Gently remove the chocolate shells from the molds.
- Fill the Bombs:
- Add crushed peppermint, mini marshmallows, and cocoa powder (if desired) to half of the shells.
- Seal the Bombs:
- Warm a small plate in the microwave. Press the edges of an empty chocolate shell briefly on the warm plate to slightly melt it.
- Quickly place it over a filled shell and press gently to seal. Repeat for all bombs.
- Decorate:
- Drizzle melted milk or dark chocolate over the bombs.
- Sprinkle with crushed peppermint candies.
- Top with a cherry, using a dab of melted chocolate to adhere it.
- Serve or Gift:
- Serve as a standalone dessert, or pour hot milk over the bombs for a festive drink. Watch the magic happen as they melt and reveal their contents!
Enjoy these show-stopping treats that are as fun to make as they are to eat!
