Hot Chocolate Spoons DIY Gift (So Easy & Fun)
Hot Chocolate Spoons DIY Gift Tutorial (Easy & Affordable)
Hot Chocolate Spoons DIY (Perfect Gift Idea)
Looking for a fun, inexpensive, kid-friendly Christmas craft? These hot chocolate spoons DIY gifts are adorable, easy to customize, and perfect for neighbors, teachers, co-workers, and classroom gifts. Kids LOVE making them, and adults love receiving them — especially when paired with a cute mug and a packet of cocoa mix.
Best of all, you probably already have most of the ingredients at home!
Why You’ll Love This Simple DIY Gift
Hot chocolate spoons check all the boxes for a thoughtful homemade holiday gift: inexpensive, customizable, and fun for all ages. Kids can do nearly the entire project themselves, and each spoon turns out cute and unique. These also make great add-ons to homemade gift baskets, teacher gifts, or cozy winter-themed bundles.
Bonus: research shows that handmade gifts feel more meaningful to the recipient (source).
Ingredients & Supplies for Hot Chocolate Spoons DIY
- Plastic spoons (or wooden spoons)
- A variety of candy toppings: sprinkles, crushed candy canes, mini marshmallows, M&Ms, etc.
- Chocolate chips for melting — white, milk, dark, or caramel chips
- Washi tape
- Mini cellophane bags
- Ribbon
How to Make Hot Chocolate Spoons
1. Melt the Chocolate
Place chocolate chips or melting wafers in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 20-second intervals until smooth. A little goes a long way — you don’t need much!
2. Dip the Spoons
Quickly dip each plastic spoon into the melted chocolate, letting excess drip off. Work fast — melted chocolate begins to firm up quickly.
3. Add Toppings
Have toppings ready ahead of time. Once dipped, add sprinkles, crushed candy cane, marshmallows, mini chocolate chips — anything you like. Kids especially love getting creative here!
4. Decorate & Package
After the chocolate fully dries, wrap the spoon handle with washi tape, place it in a cellophane bag, and tie with a ribbon. Cute and gift-ready!
5. Add Cocoa Mix & Mug
Pair the spoon with hot cocoa packets and a mug for a complete gift. Swiss Miss packs are often under $1 at major retailers, making this an inexpensive bulk gift option.
Tips for Making the Best DIY Hot Cocoa Spoons
- Line your tray with wax paper for easy cleanup.
- If using white chocolate, melt gently — it burns faster.
- Candy melts stay shiny and smooth longer than chocolate chips.
- Add a tag with instructions: “Stir into 1 cup hot milk.”
- For storage, keep finished spoons in a cool, dry place.
Hot Chocolate Spoons DIY FAQ
How long do hot chocolate spoons last?
Stored in a cool, dry place, they last 3–4 weeks. Keep away from heat or sunlight.
Can I use wooden spoons instead of plastic?
Yes! Wooden spoons look rustic and work beautifully for gifting.
How do recipients use them?
Stir one spoon into a mug of hot cocoa until melted.
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I love, LOVE this tutorial. It looks doable. Super cute and something I truly can do!
Thank you for sharing!
Love, LOVE this! Thank you for sharing! I can’t wait to make this!
Thanks for the cute idea. I think you can also use the bottom of a glass to crush the candy cane pieces in a bag.
Perfect! My daughter is in college & bf in military so we’ve got LOTS of little somethings to create & on a dime
You can use your blender to crush candy canes as well! (I have the old Kitchen Aid…)
Very cool! Love it!
YAY!
Thanks, even 5 years later, this is so great. We’re going to make 200 for our volunteers, attach each one to a pack of cocoa, to thank them at Christmas.