This hot cocoa cart puts all of your supplies for making special Winter treats at your fingertips! Hot cocoa can be such a special treat during the cold Winter months. When my kids come home after a long day at school, they look forward to unwinding with a cup of hot cocoa. We often use the time together to get caught up and chat about their day. Not only will a hot cocoa cart welcome any impromptu guests who happen to stop by, but it could also foster more family togetherness too!
Below you will find a handy materials list so you can put together a hot cocoa cart of your own.
Materials Needed
- Cart – We love the versatility of the Rasgog cart from IKEA! It has been used to organize craft supplies, toys, bathroom towels, and much more. The Rasgog is a great quality cart that is made to last.
- Hot Cocoa Mix – packets of Swiss Miss work well for this hot cocoa cart.
- Paper Cups with Lids – the 8-10 oz sizes are great for kids.
- Wooden Spoons – for stirring and adding toppings
- Marshmallows
- Peppermint Sticks or Candy Canes
- A Few Treats – popcorn, nuts, pretzels, and/or cookie tins
- Baker’s Twine and Colored Masking Tape – for the mini bunting.
To Make Your Hot Cocoa Cart
To begin, empty and clean out the cart. Invite the kids to decorate the cart with a mini bunting. We made one from baker’s twine and colored masking tape to make our hot cocoa cart even more special. Next, arrange the cups, lids, spoons, and hot cocoa mix on the top cart shelf. Marshmallows, peppermint sticks, and cookies can be added to the middle cart shelf. Lastly, on the bottom cart shelf, you can add pretzels, popcorn, or nuts for snacking.
You may want to add a few treats for your family pets too! Wouldn’t a hot cocoa cart be a fun addition for any Winter party or celebration? Have fun!
More Winter Fun for Families
- Homemade Pancakes for a Snowy Day
- Snow Treasure – Winter Family Book Club Pick!
- 10 Ways To Be Kind To Your Family – with a free printable list.
- Make Family Movie Night Fun – 5 inspiring ideas to make family movie night extra special!
I’ve been coveting coffee bars … even though I don’t drink coffee … because they’re so cute and also welcoming … but I just don’t have the space to dedicate to a permanent hot drinks spot. This portable cart would be a good compromise. Thanks for the idea!