Conching: Conching is a refining process that involves continuously mixing and aerating the chocolate for an extended period. This step helps smooth out the texture, reduce bitterness, and improve the overall quality of the chocolate; Place the Bailey's Chocolate Chips in a heat-proof bowl and pour the hot Bailey's over the baking chips.

Y’all, I had to wait over two months for my silicone hot chocolate molds to arrive, so you best believe that I am going to get my money’s worth from them now! Mood Enhancement: Chocolate contains serotonin precursors, which may contribute to feelings of well-being and happiness. It also contains small amounts of caffeine, which can provide a mild energy boost. Place the sphere with the melted edges on top of the ganache-filled sphere, and allow the chocolate to set. Repeat until you have six hot cocoa bombs. Place molds in the fridge for 10 minutes. Pop the boozy chocolate bombs out of the silicone mold and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.Use the magic ratio, then adjust as needed. The ratio we like is 1 cup hot chocolate to 1 ounce Baileys. Of course, you can always add more! Baileys, often referred to as Baileys Irish Cream, is a popular and iconic liqueur that originated in Ireland. It is renowned for its smooth and creamy texture, as well as its distinctive blend of flavours. Baileys is a cream liqueur that combines Irish whiskey, cream, and a hint of cocoa and vanilla. Dark Chocolate: Contains a high percentage of cocoa solids and little to no milk solids. It typically has a rich and intense flavour;

Harvesting Cacao Beans: The journey begins on cacao farms in tropical regions near the equator, where cacao trees bear large pods. Farmers harvest these pods, which contain cacao beans. The beans are extracted from the pods and covered in a sweet, mucilaginous pulp; Melt Dark Chocolate: Place the dark chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave in 30 second intervals, stirring between each interval, until the chocolate chips are melted and smooth. (This is the easy way to get the ganache made, without needing a double boiler!) Heart Health: Some studies suggest that moderate consumption of dark chocolate may have cardiovascular benefits, such as improving blood flow and reducing blood pressure; Once you’ve tried this Baileys Hot Chocolate, there are so many ways to use up a bottle! Here are a few more great popular Baileys drinks: If any of the spheres are uneven or have uneven edges, gently rub the open edge of the sphere on the skillet to create a smooth edge.

Alternatives to hot chocolate bombes:

These Baileys hot chocolate bombs are made in a couple of different steps, the spheres and the ganache to fill the spheres. Let’s see both processes together now. Use a spoon or paintbrush to swirl the chocolate around the entire cavity to form your half chocolate sphere. You don't have to use dark chocolate melts on the top of your bombs. You can use colored melts if you prefer. Tempering chocolate is super simple (we outline the process in the recipe below) and allows your chocolate bombs to stay at room temperature without melting or loosing their shape. Hot chocolate bombs made without tempering chocolate may also not release from the mold. Once the Baileys hot chocolate bombs are ready, time to decorate: melt the white chocolate and drizzle it over the top, then add the Christmas sprinkles and refrigerate again until solid.

Create the ultimate Bailey's hot chocolate drink with these fabulous hot chocolate bombes! Made just for adults, these boozy Bailey's flavoured hot chocolate bombes and filled with mini marshmallows for the perfect treat. Hot Plate Method: Boil a large pot of hot water and add a small plate to it. The plate will hold the heat without the risk of burning yourself. Be sure to dry the plate fully before using it, as water seizes chocolate. Now it’s time for the chocolate ganache to fill the Baileys hot chocolate bombs, and it’s extremely easy to make. But let’s look at the ingredients first. Fermentation: After extraction, the beans are left to ferment. This crucial step enhances the flavour profile by allowing microorganisms to break down the pulp. Fermentation usually takes around 5-7 days and is a crucial phase in developing the chocolate’s distinct taste;Calorie and Sugar Content: Many commercial chocolate products, especially milk chocolate and chocolate candies, can be high in calories and added sugars. Excessive consumption of these can contribute to weight gain and other health issues;

Gently hold your mold upside down over the bowl with the rest of the melted chocolate to allow excess chocolate to drizzle out. Dark Chocolate Chips: These hot cocoa bombs use dark chocolate and milk chocolate chips to create a rich and luscious flavor. I recommend buying high quality chocolate (at least 70% dark or higher) that includes cocoa butter for the best results. Ingredients: Sugar, Cocoa Mass, Dried Whole Milk, Cocoa Butter, Glucose Fructose Syrup, Flavourings, Butter Oil (Milk), Cocoa Powder, Water, Vanilla Flavouring, Pork Gelatine, Ant-caking Agent (Maize Starch), Sea Salt, Dextrose, Emulsifier (Soya Lecithin),

Dark Chocolate: Dark chocolate is rich and intense, with a deep cocoa flavour. The bitterness is balanced by a subtle sweetness, creating a sophisticated taste. When melted and solidified, dark chocolate forms a smooth and glossy finish. It provides a satisfying snap when bitten into and complements the creaminess of other ingredients. In this case, it’s used for the outer shell of chocolate spheres due to its robust flavour; Remove the Bailey’s Ganache from the fridge and use a cookie scoop to portion into 1 1/2″ sized balls. Candy Thermometer<– a thermometer is essential for ensuring that the chocolate reaches 90ºF when tempering Place the bowl with the chocolate over the boiling water and carefully whisk the chocolate until melted. Continue heating and whisking until an inserted candy thermometer reaches 90ºF. Remove the chocolate from the heat and turn off the stove.