5-Minute Creamy Hot Chocolate with Marshmallows

Looking for the ultimate cozy drink on a chilly day? This 5-Minute Creamy Hot Chocolate with Marshmallows is rich, velvety, and irresistibly delicious. Made with real cocoa powder and melted chocolate chips, topped with fluffy mini marshmallows and a drizzle of chocolate syrup, it’s far better than any store-bought mix and ready in just 5 minutes!

5-Minute Creamy Hot Chocolate with Marshmallows

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar (or maple syrup)
  • 1/4 semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 pure vanilla extract
  • ​Pinch of salt
  • ​Mini marshmallows & chocolate syrup for topping

Equipment

  • small saucepan
  • whisk
  • mugs

Method
 

  1. Combine Base: In a small saucepan, add milk, cocoa powder, sugar, and a pinch of salt. Whisk well to combine.
  2. ​Heat & Melt: Heat over medium heat until steaming (do not boil). Add the chocolate chips and vanilla extract, whisking continuously until the chocolate is fully melted and creamy (about 2–3 minutes).
  3. ​Serve: Pour hot chocolate into two cozy mugs. Top generously with mini marshmallows, a drizzle of chocolate syrup, and a pinch of cocoa powder. Enjoy warm!

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