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5-Min Hot Chocolate with Crispy Marshmallows

Rich, silky hot chocolate topped with toasted marshmallows and a cloud of whipped cream. Mug-worthy comfort in under 5 minutes—no stove required if using hot water.

Total time
5 min
Servings
2
Calories
285
Protein
6g
5-Min Hot Chocolate with Crispy Marshmallows
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 3 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup heavy cream
  • ¼ tsp vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup large marshmallows
  • 1 pinch sea salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat milk in a mug or small saucepan over medium-low until steaming, about 3 minutes.

  2. 2

    Whisk cocoa powder and sugar into hot milk until no lumps remain and mixture is smooth.

  3. 3

    Whip heavy cream with vanilla and a pinch of salt until soft peaks form, 60 seconds.

  4. 4

    Pour hot chocolate into mugs and top with a handful of marshmallows.

  5. 5

    Dollop whipped cream over marshmallows and serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • microwave or small saucepan
  • mug or small bowl
  • whisk
  • hand mixer or whisk

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