Posted12/23/2020 5:25 AM For a person who doesn't like chocolate, self-described "cottage baker" Ashlei Nordmeyer chose for her specialty a surprising confection -- one that has generated millions of views for her on TikTok. The South Elgin woman is among a growing contingent of bakers and candy makers who've embraced the latest viral food trend: hot cocoa bombs.
They're small chocolate orbs filled with cocoa mix, mini marshmallows and other sweet ingredients that break open when hot milk (or a milk substitute) is poured over them. The treats are so popular they are sparking countless queries on social media about where to find them.