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Looking for an effortless way to add cheer to your cozy cocoa nights or create a food gift that wows? These Cinnamon Chocolate Stirrers are here to stir up your holiday season! In just 15 minutes, you’ll have a batch of these simple treats that double as an elegant drink topper or the perfect present.
save this recipe!Whether you’re sipping coffee by the fire or surprising friends with homemade goodies, this recipe is simple, delicious, and a sure-fire way to impress. Let’s dip!
- Quick and Easy: Ready in just 15 minutes with minimal effort.
- Festively Versatile: Perfect for stirring hot cocoa or coffee and adding a touch of spice.
- Gift-Worthy: Package them up for an edible holiday gift!
Just 3 Ingredients
These chocolate stirrers come together with just three ingredients you probably already have on hand. (Jump down to the recipe card for exact measurements!)
- Chocolate Chips or Chunks: Use your favorite here…dark, dairy-free, or semi-sweet.
- Coconut Oil: A small amount helps the chocolate coat evenly and gives it a glossy finish.
- Cinnamon Sticks: Not just decorative; these add a warm, festive flavor to your drinks.
Shopping Tip
Cinnamon sticks are usually in the spice aisle near the baking goods. For a budget-friendly option, check bulk bins or international grocery stores!
Ready In 15 Minutes
- Melt the Chocolate: Microwave chocolate chips with coconut oil in short bursts until smooth (stir between intervals to avoid scorching).
- Dip the Sticks: Coat half of each cinnamon stick in the melted chocolate and lay them on parchment paper.
- Harden: Chill in the fridge or freezer for about 10 minutes until the chocolate sets.
- Enjoy or Gift: Use these stirrers to elevate your hot drinks or package them in a cute jar or bag for gifting.
Change It Up
- Peppermint Bark: Use white chocolate instead, then sprinkle crushed peppermint candies for a festive twist.
- Vanilla Swirl: Add a tiny splash of vanilla extract to the melted chocolate for a subtle, sweet enhancement.
- Cinnamon Sugar Crunch: After dipping, sprinkle a mix of cinnamon and sugar onto the chocolate to amplify the cinnamon flavor without overpowering the drink.
- Double Mocha: Stir instant espresso powder into the melted chocolate for a double dose of coffee flavor.
Psst: These would be so cute served in my Starbucks Copycat Brown Sugar Oat Milk Shaken Espresso recipe!
Cinnamon Chocolate Stirrers (For Coffee or Cocoa!)
Ingredients
- 1 cup chocolate chips, or chunks, can use dairy-free chocolate or dark chocolate
- 1 tsp coconut oil
- 10 large cinnamon sticks
Instructions
- Melt: Add 1 cup chocolate chips and 1 tsp coconut oil to a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 15-second bursts, stirring between rounds, until most of the chocolate is melted. Stir to melt the remaining chunks.
- Dip: Prepare a parchment paper lined plate of board (one that will fit in your freezer or fridge). Dip each cinnamon stick into the chocolate to coat about half of the stick, transferring each to the parchment-lined plate when finished.
- Harden: Place the plate in the freezer or fridge for about 10 minutes, or until chocolate is hardened.
- Serve: Stir into cocoa or coffee and enjoy! (The amount of chocolate on these isn't quite enough to turn a cup of milk into hot cocoa, so use them to enhance hot cocoa or to flavor coffee.)
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information calculated by Sarah Bond, degreed nutritionist.
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What to use instead of coconut oil?
You can just omit it! It just adds a little shine to the chocolate.