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Baby Flurry Hot Cocoa Bar (15-Minute Baby Shower Setup)

A pastel ‘Baby Flurry’ hot chocolate bar perfect for winter baby showers and birthdays! Batch your cocoa, set up cute toppings, and serve in just 15 minutes. Works for boy, girl, or neutral themes — complete with allergen labels and easy refills.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 people
Course: Dessert, Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 190
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

  • Cocoa Base (choose 1):
  • 1 gallon prepared hot cocoa OR milk + cocoa mix (stovetop, slow cooker, or high-quality mix)
  • Pastel Toppings (choose 10–12):
  • mini marshmallows
  • whipped cream
  • white chocolate sauce
  • crushed peppermint
  • pastel sprinkles
  • snowflake sprinkles
  • toffee bits
  • mini chocolate chips
  • wafer rolls
  • sugar cookies
  • brownie bites
  • Bakery Add-Ons:
  • Espresso Chocolate Chip Cookies
  • No-Bake Mint Oreo Dessert squares
  • Mini Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins
  • Garnish/Serveware:
  • cinnamon sticks, star anise, citrus wheels, jars, scoops, labels, pastel ribbons

Equipment

  • large serving board or tray
  • ramekins or jars for toppings
  • slow cooker or large pot
  • insulated dispenser
  • mugs, scoops, and tongs
  • labels and ribbons

Method

  • Heat cocoa and hold at 160–170°F (71–77°C) in a slow cooker, pot, or dispenser.
  • Arrange jars or ramekins on a large board from tall to short. Group toppings by color theme (blue/silver, pink/gold, or neutral).
  • Fan cookies, muffins, and dessert bites around the edges for easy serving and visual balance.
  • Stage mugs first, followed by cocoa, then toppings to create a smooth serving flow for guests.
  • Label all allergens clearly and keep nut toppings separate with dedicated scoops.
  • Finish with snowflake picks, ribbons, or pastel accents. Refill toppings and cocoa as needed during the event.

Nutrition

Calories: 190kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 8gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 170mgPotassium: 220mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 180IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 180mgIron: 0.8mg

Notes

Scaling: Double cocoa and popular toppings for 24–30 guests.
Diet-Friendly: Offer oat or almond milk, dairy-free whipped topping, and a nut-free topping zone.
Internal Links: Add treats from No-Bake Mint Oreo Dessert, Espresso Chocolate Chip Cookies, and Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins.
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