How to Throw a Christmas Hot Chocolate and Cookie Party
Throw a Christmas Hot Chocolate and Cookie Party! This fun party theme is colorful and simple, with endearing vintage details.
Apparently, it's party week 'round here {<-- said with a southern accent} because today I'm sharing another batch of simple Christmas Table ideas. But, guess what?! This table setting has a completely different vibe because it is set for a Christmas Hot Chocolate and Cookie Party.
Sound tasty? If so, I bet you'll love this tablescape that is kid-friendly, colorful, and filled with endearing vintage details.
Plus, my Christmas Hot Chocolate and Cookie Party is just the start of a Holiday Tablescape Blog Hop. Once you finish reading, check out 7 more beautifully dressed tables, all linked at the end of this post.
Gather Supplies for a Hot Cocoa and Cookie Party
Now, two of the supplies must not be skipped. Which two? Why, hot chocolate and cookies, of course! I made pumpkin snickerdoodles and cream cheese cookies with sprinkles for our spread.
For the hot chocolate, you could:
- go super-simple by tucking cocoa packets into each mug,
- make this hot chocolate recipe for a crowd (a crockpot recipe),
- or set up a hot chocolate bar with several versions of cocoa (such as a Peppermint, Hazelnut, or Pumpkin Spice).
I skewered jumbo marshmallows, which double as stirrers and the classic hot cocoa topping.
Lastly, round up the table decor. I gathered everything from around the house, but in case you're in the market, here are links to similar products:
Vintage Items
Vintage Christmas Cards
Vintage Christmas Light Bulbs
Vintage Christmas Mugs
New Items
Black and White Twine
Green Cloth Napkins
3" Red Die-Cut Letters
6" Wood Skewers
Green Cloth Napkins
Slate Placemats
White Cake Stand
3" Birch Pillar
Set the Table for a Christmas Hot Chocolate and Cookie Party
A solid white tablecloth creates a simple backdrop for a colorful party theme.
psst... click here to learn how to make your own U-Cut Christmas Tree Farmhouse Sign
The centerpiece is a modern white cake stand, topped with cookies, a birch pillar, and a flower-filled canning jar.
Slate Placemats flank each side of the centerpiece, topped with a simple white plate. Atop each plate is a cloth napkin, wrapped with twine and a vintage Christmas light bulb. The "place card" is a red burlap letter.
Each spot also has a vintage Christmas card propped up at the top of the place setting, just for fun! Seriously, how cute are those Santas?
No Special Occasion Needed...
The great thing about this sweet little party? We threw it on a weekday, with only the kiddos. No need to wait for important guests or special dates... throw a Hot Chocolate and Cookie Party anytime!
Hungry yet? Well, don't leave. Instead, grab a cookie, a hot drink, and check out these other gorgeous holiday tablescapes.
Bitterroot DIY
Craftivity Designs
Frazzled Joy
Loveland Lodge
Meegan Makes
North Country Nest
Our Crafty Mom
Slightly Coastal
The Chelsea Project
What a great idea! Your kiddos looks so adorable enjoying their hot chocolate! I'm going to try this when the kids are off from school. Thanks for a great idea.
Nancy from Slightly Coastal
Thanks, Nancy!! I'm sure they will love it -- and what a great surprise for the end of the school day!
What a cute idea! I sometimes forget how special hot chocolate and cookies are to the little ones! This is such a great reminder and so easy to assemble1 Your children are adorable, too! Thanks so much for sharing. Happy holidays to you and yours! ~~ Susie from The Chelsea Project
Awe, thanks, Susie!! I think they are pretty cute, too. 🙂
What a fun way to celebrate Christmastime. You have so many darling ideas, Lora. Thanks for inspiring me to create something fun for my family.
Merry Christmas.
Thanks, Meegan! It was fun, I need to take time to do more special things like this for the kids.
Oh my gosh, this is so cute! Love that you did something for the kids 🙂
Thanks, Tylynn! They had a blast 🙂
This is such a cute idea Lora! I love the vintage Christmas lights tied around the napkin!
Oh Lora, this is so cute! Even as an adult, I am such a sucker for hot chocolate! Thank you for joining in on the blog hop! Happy Holidays 🙂
Best,
Kelly