Indulge in a haunting yet delightful culinary creation with our "Hot Cocoa with Floating Eyeballs." This spooky treat is perfect for Halloween parties or any occasion where you want to add a touch of eerie charm to your dessert table. The rich and creamy hot cocoa is topped with marshmallow "eyeballs" that appear to float on the surface, creating an illusion that is sure to capture the attention of your guests. Along with this signature recipe, we also offer variations such as the "Pumpkin Spice Eyeball Hot Cocoa" for those who love the flavors of fall, and the "Candy Cane Eyeball Hot Cocoa" for a festive holiday twist. Each recipe includes step-by-step instructions and a list of ingredients to ensure that you can easily recreate these mesmerizing beverages at home. Whether you're a fan of classic hot cocoa or looking for a fun and unique Halloween treat, our "Hot Cocoa with Floating Eyeballs" and its variations have something for everyone.
Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!
CLASSIC HOT CHOCOLATE
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 10m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine the milk, heavy cream, sugar, cocoa powder and a pinch of salt in a medium saucepan. Cook over medium heat, whisking occasionally, until the sugar and cocoa powder dissolve and the milk is steaming; do not boil.
- Whisk in half of the chopped chocolate until melted, then whisk in the remaining chocolate until smooth. Remove from the heat and whisk in the vanilla. Pour into mugs and top with marshmallows or whipped cream.
HOT COCOA WITH FLOATING EYEBALLS
Make and share this Hot Cocoa With Floating Eyeballs recipe from Food.com.
Provided by lazyme
Categories Beverages
Time 15m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Make slit in center of each marshmallow; insert licorice candy into slit.
- Insert lollipop stick into center of bottom of each eyeball; set aside.
- Combine milk and drink mix in medium saucepan.
- Stir in chocolate chips.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until chips are melted and milk is heated through.
- Place 2 eyeballs in each mug; fill mug with hot cocoa.
- Serve immediately.
- Variation: Omit sticks and float marshmallows in hot cocoa.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 373.7, Fat 15.2, SaturatedFat 9.3, Cholesterol 34.2, Sodium 122.5, Carbohydrate 54.7, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 40.8, Protein 8.9
HOMESTYLE HOT COCOA
Growing up in snowy Canadian winters, my mom would always make my brothers and me hot cocoa after a night of tobogganing. When I got older - and had long since abandoned real cocoa for the instant variety - I had a craving one night for a more wholesome treat. Here's my recipe for a creamier, homestyle cup of cocoa. Perfect for those snowy winter nights!
Provided by Katherine.Ann
Categories Drinks Recipes Hot Chocolate Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Whisk together sugar, cocoa powder, cinnamon, and salt in a saucepan; stir in boiling water. Whisk until sugar is dissolved.
- Bring cocoa mixture to a simmer over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, about 2 minutes; stir milk and 1/2 cup half-and-half into water mixture. Cook and stir just until hot, about 2 minutes. Remove saucepan from heat; stir in remaining half-and-half and vanilla extract.
- Divide cocoa into mugs, top with marshmallows, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 331.6 calories, Carbohydrate 51.9 g, Cholesterol 37 mg, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 9.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 152.3 mg, Sugar 42.2 g
GHOSTLY HOT COCOA
Chocolate pudding mix is the convenient start to this clever cocoa mix. Kids of all ages get a kick out of the marshmallow ghost floating on top. -Ruby Gibson, Newton, North Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 15m
Yield 30 servings (10 cups mix).
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a very large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 3 months. , To prepare hot cocoa: Dissolve 1/3 cup cocoa mix in 1 cup boiling water. Float a Peeps ghost in each cup of hot cocoa.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 214 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 196mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 11g protein.
PERFECT HOT COCOA
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories beverage
Time 15m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Bring 4 cups whole or low-fat milk to a simmer in a saucepan over medium heat. Mix 3/4 cup sugar, 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder and 3 to 4 ounces finely chopped bittersweet chocolate in a bowl, then whisk into the milk. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, stirring, until the chocolate melts and the cocoa is thick, about 2 minutes. Divide among 4 mugs and garnish each with homemade marshmallows (see below) or whipped cream.
CREAMY HOT COCOA
It's old fashioned, it's comforting, it makes the kitchen smell wonderful and it's good for the soul.
Provided by JEANIE BEAN
Categories Drinks Recipes Hot Chocolate Recipes
Time 7m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine the cocoa, sugar and pinch of salt in a saucepan. Blend in the boiling water. Bring this mixture to an easy boil while you stir. Simmer and stir for about 2 minutes. Watch that it doesn't scorch. Stir in 3 1/2 cups of milk and heat until very hot, but do not boil! Remove from heat and add vanilla. Divide between 4 mugs. Add the cream to the mugs of cocoa to cool it to drinking temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 calories, Carbohydrate 52.8 g, Cholesterol 28.3 mg, Fat 8.7 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 9.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 102.1 mg, Sugar 47.7 g
SIMPLE HOT COCOA FOR ONE
As with hot chocolate, use any milky liquid you prefer, whether it's from a cow, nuts (almond milk), beans (soy milk), or grains (rice milk). For sweeteners, feel free to substitute maple syrup, honey, or agave nectar for sugar, but start with less, about 1 tablespoon, and taste the combination before adding more.
Provided by Kemp Minifie
Categories Chocolate Dessert Christmas Kid-Friendly Quick & Easy Christmas Eve Gourmet Small Plates
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Whisk together the cocoa, sugar, salt, and about 2 tablespoons milk in a small saucepan over medium-low heat until cocoa and sugar are dissolved. Whisk in the rest of the milk and heat it over medium heat, whisking occasionally, until it is hot. Stir in the vanilla and serve.
- If you like it frothy, blend it in the blender.
- This recipe multiplies easily. When you get up to a quart of milk, use 1/4 teaspoon salt.
LINDA'S BLOODSHOT EYEBALLS
This is a GREAT idea for Halloween Party FUN! Bring these sweet little morsels to your next Halloween Party and they will be the HIT of the party! Preparation time does not include setting and chill time.
Provided by Lindas Busy Kitchen
Categories Candy
Time 31m
Yield 24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small mixing bowl, combine the confectioners sugar, peanut butter, and butter.
- Shape into 1" balls, and place on a waxed paper lined pan.
- Chill for 30 minutes, or until firm.
- In a microwave, melt white candy coating. Stir until smooth.
- Dip balls in coating, and place on waxed paper.
- Immediately press one Reese's Pieces or M&M candy on top of each eyeball for pupils. Let stand for 30 minutes, or until set.
- In a small bowl combine water, food coloring, and confectioners sugar. Mix well.
- Transfer to a heavy-duty resealable plastic bag.
- Cut a small whole in a corner of the bag.
- Pipe wavy lines downward from the candy, creating the look of bloodshot eyes.
- Store eye balls in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 137.2, Fat 7.3, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 5.8, Sodium 47.5, Carbohydrate 17, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 16.2, Protein 2
SPOOKY EYEBALLS
I found this in a supermarket leaflet. I haven't tried them myself but thought they looked fun for all those Halloween parties!
Provided by -Sylvie-
Categories Cheese
Time 15m
Yield 10 eyes
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Cut the eggs in half and scoop out the yolks.
- In a bowl mash the yolks with the cream cheese.
- Fill the eggs with the cream cheese mixture and push an olive into the middle of each one.
- Dip a wooden toothpick into the foodcolouring and draw bloodshot veins onto the cheese mixture, running from the olive to the outside.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 76.4, Fat 6.4, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 105.4, Sodium 66.4, Carbohydrate 0.7, Sugar 0.6, Protein 3.8
HOMEMADE HOT COCOA
This homemade hot chocolate recipe will make people think you fussed but it is so simple. -Hershey Food Corporation, Cheryl Reitz, Hershey, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 15m
Yield 5 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, cocoa and salt. Add water; bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes. Stir in milk; heat to serving temperature (do not boil). Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. Whisk until frothy. If desired, garnish with marshmallows, cream or cinnamon sticks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 211 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 125mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
Tips:
- Use high-quality cocoa powder: The quality of your cocoa powder will greatly impact the flavor of your hot cocoa. Look for a cocoa powder that is labeled "unsweetened" and "100% cacao."
- Don't overcook the milk: Overcooked milk will have a scorched flavor. Heat the milk over medium heat until it is just simmering, then remove it from the heat.
- Sweeten to taste: Start with a small amount of sugar or sweetener and add more to taste. You can also use honey, maple syrup, or agave nectar to sweeten your hot cocoa.
- Add your favorite toppings: There are many different toppings that you can add to your hot cocoa, such as whipped cream, marshmallows, chocolate shavings, or cinnamon.
- For a vegan version: Use almond milk or soy milk instead of cow's milk, and use vegan marshmallows.
Conclusion:
Hot cocoa is a delicious and comforting drink that is perfect for any occasion. With so many different variations, there is sure to be a recipe that everyone will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a warm and cozy treat, give one of these hot cocoa recipes a try!
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