5-Minute Hot Chocolate with Marshmallows
Rich, silky hot chocolate made with cocoa powder and chocolate in under 5 minutes. Top with marshmallows and whipped cream for the ultimate cozy drink.
- Total time
- 5 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 312
- Protein
- 6g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Pour milk into a microwave-safe mug or small pot. Heat until steaming, about 2 minutes in microwave or 3–4 minutes on stovetop.
Step 2
Whisk cocoa powder and sugar into the hot milk until smooth and fully dissolved.
Step 3
Add chopped chocolate and stir until melted and silky, 30–60 seconds.
Step 4
Pour into serving mugs and top with marshmallows and a dollop of whipped cream.
Tools you’ll need
- microwave-safe mug or small saucepan
- whisk or spoon
- serving mugs
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