All the Hot Cocoa Board Inspiration You Need for Your Next Cup

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December 28, 2021
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While Christmas may have come and gone there’s one thing that you can still enjoy that will help prolong that holiday spirit: Hot chocolate!

Even after Christmas, you can sip on a cup of hot cocoa well into winter without any judgement. Whether you need something to warm you up or you’re hankering for something sweet, hot chocolate is the answer to all your cold weather problems.

While a simple, traditional mug of hot chocolate may do the trick, there are plenty of sweet upgrades to add to your classic drink. And thanks to the charcuterie trend, there's a fun way to organize your fixings and put together the perfect cup. From hot cocoa bombs to candy canes, chocolates to marshmallows, there are so many sweet things you can fill your board with. Here are six boards we think you could you use as inspiration for your next hot cocoa spread:

The special addition to this hot chocolate board? The gingerbread cookies that have a cut out in the middle making the perfect way to dress up the rim of your mugs without the cookie getting too soggy before you eat it.

This snow-inspired board is loaded with all sorts of blue and white treats.

Miniature and crushed up candy is the way to go when you just want a touch of flavor in your beverage.

Homemade edible stirrers make this hot cocoa board unique! Not only do they make great substitutes for boring spoons, but you can have them dissolve into your drink. Delicious and easy cleanup!

People love the magic of hot cocoa bombs, so why not display an array of them on a board for everyone to choose from?

Stuck inside on a snow day? Make the most out of it with this cute snowman-inspired spread. The snowman shaped marshmallows are adorable.

Need some help with your hot cocoa board? Here are three kits you can buy to get you started:

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