Thank you 2020 for the gift of hot chocolate bombs! This trending edible gift is the newest way to make hot cocoa, just in time for the Christmas holidays.
Hot cocoa bombs are a hollow chocolate sphere {white chocolate, milk chocolate, or dark chocolate} filled with cocoa powder and often have flavor added and candy canes, mini marshmallows, chocolate chips, sprinkles, or other treats inside. You pour steaming hot milk over the chocolate shell and watch the chocolate ball burst open/melt, give it a stir, then enjoy a rich cup of hot cocoa. {PRO TIP – These would make a great holiday gift along with a cute new Christmas mug!}
Maybe you’ve been searching Facebook for where to find hot chocolate bombs near you, or your kids have heard they are the rage and are begging to try them, or maybe you just want that extra special treat for the holiday season this year.
We’re here to help you find these cocoa-filled balls of goodness for your next special occasion or when you go out for a drive to see Christmas lights. So set your powdered hot cocoa mix aside {*but not too far…} and treat yourself to this new chocolate delight.
*Hot chocolate bombs aren’t an everyday item, they cost about the same as an entire box of hot chocolate mix. You should expect to pay anywhere from $2 – 8 per chocolate ball. One ball makes 1 cup of cocoa.
Don’t miss our Ultimate Guide to Christmas Events + Holiday Activities for a full list of things to do this holiday season in Lakeland and Polk County including Christmas Light Displays, Santa Photos, Christmas Tree Lots, Christmas Parades, Holidays Concerts, Live Performances, Holiday Markets, Ice Skating, Toy Donation Needs, and more.
Editor’s note: All listings below are established storefronts or business pages on Facebook. We do not know whether all sellers are complying with Florida’s food laws, if you have questions about the preparation of these items or other concerns, please ask the seller directly.
Where to Buy Hot Chocolate Bombs Near You
We have seen hot chocolate bombs in Target, Sams, Walmart, 5Below, and Williams Sonoma. Chocolate manufacturers have jumped on this trend and hot chocolate bombs will be much easier to find in a store this year.
You can also get freshly made hot cocoa bombs from these local dessert stores:
Lakeland Ice Cream Company
Facebook | 2973 Duff Road Lakeland, FL 33810
Hot chocolate bomb options include salted caramel, milk chocolate & peppermint. Individually wrapped cocoa bombs are available for $2.50 each. Also available at Polk City Ice Cream Company and Mulberry Ice Cream Company:
Gourmet Goodies Bakery
68 4th St NW Winter Haven, FL 33881
Facebook | (863) 318-1400
Flavors include Traditional Hot Cocoa, White Chocolate Peppermint, Cookies & Cream, S’mores and Pumpkin Spice. Limited availability. Contact store for current availability or to place a pre-order.
Cottage / Home Bakeries making Hot Cocoa Bombs
All of the listings below are home bakeries that do not have a physical location. Visit their Facebook business pages for details and to place an order.
A&Z Sweets
Facebook
Based in Lakeland, look for A&Z Sweets at local events or place a preorder via Facebook. Flavors include cookies and cream, Andes mint, Salted caramel with roll, Oreo, Marshmallows, Peppermint, Plain milk chocolate, and more. (Pick up cake sickles or cake pops as a side!)
Hot Cocoa Bombs of Lakeland
Facebook
Looking for delicious Hot Cocoa Bombs? Look no further. Hot Cocoa Bombs of Lakeland uses the finest Ghirardelli Chocolate and they are bursting with mini marshmallows. Themed hot chocolate bombs are available for all seasons. Vegan friendly options are available, all products are made in a dedicated nut-free facility. Visit the Facebook page to view products and place an order via messenger.
Brookies Kitchen
Facebook
Based in Lakeland, look for Brookies Kitchen at local events or contact via Facebook or email to place a preorder. Flavors include Nutella, classic, or white chocolate peppermint.
Pink Lily Treats
Facebook
Pink Lily Treats sells larger-sized hot cocoa bombs using Ghirardelli chocolate & cocoa mix as well as homemade marshmallows. Local disabled Military Veteran owned business.
If you’d like to be added to this list, please contact us and send the details and a link to your Facebook page.
Christmas Events + Holiday Activities
Check out our Ultimate Guide to Christmas Events + Holiday Activities to find more things to do including Neighborhood Christmas Light Displays, FREE Christmas Events, Santa Photos, Christmas Parades, and more.