A cozy hot chocolate inspired by campfire s'mores, combining rich cocoa with a hint of marshmallow and graham cracker flavor.
S'mores Hot Chocolate
Ingredients
Scales by servings. Blend or brew in batches if your blender or pot is small.
- 2.0 tbsp (10.0 g)unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2.0 tbsp (25.0 g)granulated sugar
- 10.0 fl oz (300.0 ml)whole milk
- ½ fl oz (15.0 ml)marshmallow syrup
- ¼ tsp (1.25 ml)graham cracker extract
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Instructions
- Combine cocoa powder, sugar, and 2 fl oz (60 ml) of whole milk in a saucepan over medium-low heat.
- Whisk continuously until smooth and warmed.
- Add remaining milk, marshmallow syrup, and graham cracker extract, whisking to combine.
- Heat the mixture to steaming (around 160°F/71°C), avoiding boiling.
- Pour into a mug and serve immediately.
Tips
- If graham cracker extract is unavailable, add a small pinch of crushed graham crackers for texture and flavor. For a dairy-free version, substitute whole milk with almond or oat milk.
Recipe FAQ
How long does it take to make s'mores hot chocolate?
Plan on 5 minutes of prep and 5 minutes of cooking. The recipe makes 1 serving.
Can I make s'mores hot chocolate ahead?
Best fresh. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 2 days and rewarm gently on the stove; don't let it boil.
How do I make s'mores hot chocolate dairy-free?
Use oat or almond milk in place of dairy milk, and dairy-free ice cream, yogurt or whipped topping where the recipe calls for them. Check packaged toppings and sauces for milk.
Estimated · per serving
Nutrition
Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.
Whole recipe (1 serving): ~362 cal · 12g fat · 59g carbs · 12g protein · 50g sugar
Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.
Per serving · 362 calories
What it takes to burn one serving
- Brisk walking 68 min·4.0 mi·~7950 steps
- Walking uphill or incline treadmill 49 min·2.5 mi·~4900 steps
- Moderate cycling 37 min·7.4 mi
- Swimming laps 51 min
- Jogging 35 min·2.9 mi·~5600 steps
- Stair climbing 33 min·~2950 steps
- Dancing 59 min
- Bodyweight circuit training 37 min
- Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 84 min
Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.














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