10 Hot Cocoa Charcuterie Board Ideas for Kids
As the weather gets colder, it’s the perfect time to cozy up with a warm cup of hot cocoa. Whether it’s after sledding with the kids or running errands in chilly temps, hot chocolate just hits the spot.
A simple mug with marshmallows is always a classic, but lately, everyone’s taking their hot cocoa game to the next level with something fun: hot chocolate charcuterie boards.
Yes, that’s a thing. And they’re just as magical as they sound.
Before you dive in, it helps to have a few charcuterie essentials on hand so you’re always ready to put a board together. Here are a few favorites to keep around:
- A sturdy bamboo cutting board
- Charcuterie board accessories
- A wooden cheese board
- A complete bamboo charcuterie board set
If you’re looking for a festive way to serve hot cocoa at a party, for your kids, or just for a cozy night in, you’re going to love these fun and creative hot chocolate board ideas. Each one is packed with treats and toppings your guests will adore.
How to Make the Sweetest Hot Chocolate Board
Taste of Home keeps it sweet and playful with this charcuterie board full of cocoa bombs, peppermint sticks, and snowflake-shaped marshmallows. Add a batch of gingerbread cookies on the side and you’ve got a dreamy dessert setup for Christmas Eve or a snowy weekend afternoon.
A Mint-Filled Hot Chocolate Board
This board from i heart naptime is a hot chocolate lover’s dream. It’s designed for everyone to make their own cocoa creation with yummy toppings like candy canes, wafer cookies, and other minty add-ins. It’s festive, flexible, and super fun for both kids and adults.
Hot Chocolate Charcuterie
This cozy cocoa board from The Recipe Critic is anything but basic. It goes beyond just mini marshmallows and cocoa mix. You’ll find tasty extras like white chocolate pretzel sticks, peppermint meringues, and even hot chocolate spoons that are ready to dip. It’s the kind of setup that makes everyone want to grab a mug and create their own sweet combo.
Peppermint Bliss Hot Cocoa Board
A Classic Twist adds a pop of peppermint to this cozy hot cocoa board. It features candy canes, chocolate-covered pretzels, and snowflake marshmallows. There’s even peppermint bark and mini Irish cream shots for grown-up flavor. This board has all the holiday feels and is perfect for warming up after a long winter day.
Homemade Whipped Cream Hot Chocolate Dessert
No. 2 Pencil takes the idea up a notch with this dessert-inspired board. Small bowls are filled with mini candy canes, chocolate chips, and rich homemade whipped cream. Add a batch of slow cooker hot chocolate and a drizzle of caramel sauce, and you’ve got a treat table that’s perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy movie nights.
Red & White Hot Chocolate Charcuterie Board
This festive board from A Classic Twist brings all the holiday vibes with a red and white theme. It’s filled with everything needed to make the perfect mug of cocoa, including homemade marshmallows, peppermint bark, and white chocolate chips. It’s both pretty and practical, making it a great centerpiece for your holiday table.
Hot Chocolate Charcuterie Board
Kitchen Fun with My Three Sons knows how to make a board that’s as delicious as it is fun. This dessert board is filled with all the goodies a cocoa lover could want. Think butter cookies dipped in dark chocolate, caramel squares, chocolate syrup, and more. It’s sweet, inviting, and super easy to recreate.
Festive Hot Chocolate Charcuterie Boards to Recreate
Wine With Paige adds a more grown-up twist to the classic cocoa board. Grab a wooden tray and start filling it with all the cozy treats people love in a mug of hot chocolate. There’s a nice mix of flavors and textures, making it a great option for holiday parties or an adults-only night in.
Sweet Holiday Sips with a Charcuterie Twist
Pizzazzerie’s board is made for parties. It’s a festive spread filled with marshmallows in all shapes and sizes, candy canes, and chocolate-dipped cookies. The whipped cream and peppermint sticks take things up a notch. Keep a slow cooker full of hot cocoa nearby so everyone can refill their mugs as they go. Add a splash of Bailey’s or peppermint schnapps for an adults-only twist.
Snowman Marshmallows and Peppermint Spoons
Anew Dawn’s board brings instant winter magic to your table. It’s designed like a snowy dream with peppermint sticks, chocolate spoons, and snowman-shaped marshmallows. This one’s great after a day out in the cold or for a festive night in. Throw in a few hot chocolate bombs, and you’ve got a setup that’s as fun to look at as it is to enjoy.
