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a person holding a mug of hot chocolate with marshmallows and pretzels
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Reindeer Whipped Cream Hot Cocoa Toppers

These reindeer whipped cream toppers are a fun and easy way to add sweetness and creaminess to hot drinks. Make them for Christmas movie nights, hot cocoa bars, or for extra fun throughout hot chocolate season.
Prep Time15 minutes
Freezing Time4 hours
Total Time4 hours 15 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: hot chocolate, whipped cream, Whipped Cream Toppings
Servings: 12 toppers
Calories: 60kcal
Author: Jennifer Soltys
Cost: $9

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 8 oz whipped topping 1 tub, thawed
  • pretzel twists
  • red M&M Candies
  • candy eyes
  • holiday sprinkles

Instructions

  • Clear space in freezer for cutting board or baking sheet to lay flat. Line cutting board or baking sheet with parchment paper. Optionally, trace mug shape onto parchment paper, leaving 1" apart, to ensure reindeer fit mugs. Set mug aside and place parchment paper on cutting board or baking sheet.
  • Place whipped topping into large pastry bag and cut 1/2" opening with scissors. Pipe large circle to fill about 2/3 of template for head. Pipe smaller circle in bottom third of template for snout or nose. Repeat, adding large and small circles on top to make reindeer thicker.
    8 oz whipped topping
  • Add pretzel twists for antlers, candy eyes on snout, and red M&M for nose. Sprinkle with holiday sprinkles. Repeat until templates are full. Freeze for 4 hours or overnight.
    pretzel twists, red M&M Candies, candy eyes, holiday sprinkles
  • To use, make hot cocoa and remove reindeer from freezer. Peel from parchment paper or lift with spatula. Place reindeer on hot cocoa and allow to melt slightly. Remove any larger pieces that haven’t fully melted before drinking for safety. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Work quickly to keep whipped topping cold.
  • Chill unused topping if it starts to melt.
  • Freeze toppers flat to maintain shape.
  • Use within one week for best results.
  • Adjust size to fit different mugs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1piece | Calories: 60kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Trans Fat: 0.003g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 40mg | Potassium: 24mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 18IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 0.1mg