Chocolate Spoons for Hot Chocolate

Homemade chocolate spoons for stirring hot chocolate, tea, and coffee. These three-ingredient chocolate dipped stirring spoons are easy to make and ideal for holiday gifting.

What Inspired These Chocolate Spoons?

In contrast to my elaborate gingerbread creations, I always have a few easy, “giftable” Christmas projects in my back pocket, like cinnamon ornaments, Christmas lollipops, and homemade hot cocoa mix.

These chocolate spoons definitely fit the bill. They only require three ingredients: melted chocolate, a drop or two of natural peppermint oil, and crushed candy canes. These come together quickly, and are perfect for stirring into hot drinks or wrapping up as small holiday gift for co-workers and friends.

Ingredients for Making Homemade Chocolate Spoons

To make these homemade chocolate spoons, you’ll need the following ingredients:

• Chocolate – Opt for a good-tasting dark or semi sweet chocolate. To keep things simple I chose not to temper my chocolate, but feel free to do so if you’d like.

• Peppermint – You can dip your spoons in crushed candy canes, crushed starlight mints, or peppermint baking pieces.
• Peppermint Oil – Choose natural peppermint oil, not extract or flavoring. And remember that pure peppermint oil quickly becomes overpowering, so use it sparingly!

How to Make Chocolate Dipped Stirring Spoons

To make these chocolate spoons, you’ll need to start with…the spoons. You can find big, inexpensive packages of disposable wooden spoons on Amazon:

Line a tray with a silicone mat, crush the candy canes into small pieces, and melt the chocolate and stir in the peppermint oil. (See my candy cane Christmas truffle recipe for some cane-crushing tips and tricks!)

Then, dip each spoon in chocolate, coating the back and front sides of the top “spoon” portion. Do not coat the handle.

Sprinkle with crushed candy canes, or other favorite toppings. (For topping suggestions, see my notes below.)

Then, just set aside and allow the chocolate to set at room temperature. Once set, package as desired (I’ve included some ideas below) and you’re ready for holiday gifting!

Decorating and Flavoring Ideas

I chose peppermint (a Christmas classic!) but you can adapt this recipe to suit your personal taste.  Instead of peppermint, try:

• Orange oil and bits of candied orange peel
• Ginger oil and homemade candied ginger
• Plain dark chocolate and store-bought or homemade Christmas sprinkles
• A sprinkling of flaky sea salt, dehydrated mini marshmallows, or mini white chocolate chips
• A drizzle of white chocolate, or red candy melts

Using and Gifting Chocolate Spoons

I love making these stirring spoons for gifting. Package each spoon in a small cello bag, tie with a silver twist tie or a pretty bow, and gift to friends and family along with a packet of homemade hot cocoa mix, some homemade peppermint marshmallows, and a festive holiday mug.

Make-Ahead and Storage Suggestions

These homemade stirring spoons will keep at room temperature for up to 3 months. Pay attention to your topping choices, and stick to non-perishables (like hard candy) if planning to store for a longer period of time.

Store in sealed sealed food storage bags or cello bags, or layered between sheets of parchment in an airtight container.

Other giftable holiday recipes you might enjoy:

Homemade Mixed Spice
Applesauce and Cinnamon Ornaments
Candied Orange Peels
Chocolate Peppermint Christmas Lollipops
Homemade Hot Cocoa Mix
Old-Fashioned Hard Candy
Gingerbread Wreath
Festive Cranberry Jelly Candies

And if you do make these, or any of my recipes, don’t forget to tag me @bastecutfold or use the hashtag #bastecutfold on Instagram. I always love to see what you’re making!

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