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S’mores Hot Chocolate + Charity Water E-Cookbook

Mugs of our delicious S'mores Hot Chocolate recipe dripping with chocolate sauce

Well hello there, sexy hot chocolate. Didn’t expect to see you there.

Pouring hot chocolate into a mug rim lined with graham cracker crumbs

This hot chocolate is not only sexy it’s for a good cause. Minimalist Baker and five amazing food bloggers collaborated to create a downloadable e-cookbook to benefit Charity Water – one of our absolute favorite non-profits that works to provide clean, safe drinking water to people in developing nations. Here is just a glimpse at the amazing work they do. (Ugly girl sobs are welcomed.)

Minimalist Baker teamed up with Kelsey of Happyolks, Erin of Naturally Ella, Kate of Cookie and Kate, Ashley of Edible Perspective and Kristin of Iowa Girl Eats to bring you an amazing E-Cookbook that is completely FREE to download. All we ask in return is that you visit the Charity Water campaign page and consider making a donation. Charity Water puts 100% of funds raised directly toward the cause, which in this case will be to fund water projects in Ethiopia where 60% of the population does not have access to clean, drinking water.

Our goal is to raise $1,000, which may seem like a lofty goal, but we’re ambitious and plenty hopeful. Even $1 can make a huge difference in the lives of people in need so we hope you’ll consider making a contribution. (Not to mention, it would make a lovely holiday gift for family and friends.)

Mugs of homemade S'mores Hot Chocolate shown with and without toasted marshmallows on top

Mugs of S'mores Hot Chocolate topped with toasted marshmallows and chocolate sauce

This luscious s’mores hot chocolate is just one of 9 recipes you’ll find inside the 1 Cup Water E-cookbook, which is now free for download. All of the recipes contain at least one cup of water, which serves as a reminder to us that the abundance of clean water we have access to truly is a luxury.

Mugs of S'mores Hot Chocolate for an incredible winter treat

Download the cookbook for even more delicious recipes like this delicious s’mores hot chocolate, which is so easy to throw together. And it’s so delicious it’s practically dessert in a mug!

I LOVED how it turned out. The hot chocolate was perfectly creamy and sweet. The graham cracker crumbs met my lips with a sweet surprise at every sip. And the toasty marshmallows absolutely MADE it. If you prefer mix hot chocolates, simply skip the hot cocoa part and add your favorite mix to the mug. The graham cracker rim and toasty marshmallows are what really sets this recipe apart. Hope you love it as much as we did!

Mugs of our S'mores Hot Chocolate recipe with a toasted marshmallow and graham cracker topping

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Mugs of S'mores Hot Chocolate surrounded by crushed graham cracker
4.84 from 6 votes

S'mores Hot Chocolate

Creamy 'Smores Hot Chocolate with graham cracker rim and toasted marshmallows on top!
Author: Minimalist Baker
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 (hot chocolates)
Category: Beverage
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Vegan (optional), Vegetarian
Freezer Friendly No
Does it keep? Best when fresh.

Ingredients

US Customary - Metric
  • 2 cups milk (any kind // dairy-free for vegan)
  • 1 cup water (or sub more milk)
  • ¼ cup cocoa powder
  • 2 Tbsp light chocolate syrup
  • 2 Tbsp sugar
  • 1/4 tsp non-bitter stevia (or add 1-2 Tbsp more sugar to taste)
  • 1 pinch salt
  • Graham crackers (crushed // for lining rim - gluten-free for GF eaters)
  • ½ cup marshmallows (ensure vegan-friendliness)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to low broil and move oven rack to the second from the top (high enough up to broil your marshmallows). Place baking sheet on rack.
  2. Heat milk and water in a saucepan over medium heat until warmed through - about 5 minutes. Be careful not to overheat or scald.
  3. Add cocoa powder, chocolate syrup, sugar, stevia and salt and whisk vigorously until thoroughly combined.
  4. Meanwhile, take a few marshmallows and rub them around the top of your mugs so the graham crackers will stick. Then, dip mug in graham cracker crumbs until well lined. You could also add some graham cracker crumbs to the bottom of your mug for extra graham flavor.
  5. Pour in hot chocolate and top with 1/4 cup marshmallows each. Carefully set mugs on the baking sheet in the oven and broil marshmallows until browned, watching carefully as to not let them burn.
  6. Carefully remove from the oven with a towel and serve with holders or a small towel to protect hand from heat (they should cool quickly for handling). Top with a drizzle of chocolate syrup and extra graham cracker crumbs for serving (optional).

Notes

* Adjust flavors before serving, adding more chocolate or sugar if you prefer.
* Also, you could add a shot of Kahlua or Bailey's to make it a boozy hot chocolate.

Nutrition Per Serving (1 of 2 hot chocolates)

  • Calories: 275
  • Fat: 4.5g
  • Saturated fat: 2.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 53g
  • Fiber: 3.5g
  • Sugar: 39g
  • Protein: 11g
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32 Comments 10 ingredients or less, 15 minutes or less, Beverage, Breakfast, Dairy-Free, Fall, Gluten Free, Nut-Free, Oil-Free, One Bowl, Snacks, Soy-Free, Spring, Summer, Sweet (dessert), Vegan, Vegetarian, Winter

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  1. Avatar for BrendaBrenda says

    December 1, 2012 at 9:46 am

    I love your recipes, but also just the things you say. It’s fun to get post from you . Thank you for doing this and for sharing the things you enjoy with us. God bless

    Reply
  2. Avatar for Kayle (The Cooking Actress)Kayle (The Cooking Actress) says

    December 1, 2012 at 9:47 am

    Omigoodness!!!! I am crazy for s’mores and this hot cocoa just looks mind-blowingly amazing.

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  3. Avatar for Lindsey @ Pas de DeuxLindsey @ Pas de Deux says

    December 1, 2012 at 9:56 am

    Oh wow, this is the most amazingly beautiful and decadent hot chocolate I have ever seen!! Not sure I could ever re-create your beauty, but thank you for sharing!!!

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  4. Avatar for AshleyAshley says

    December 1, 2012 at 10:14 am

    Dana + John – Thank you so much for putting together this outstanding e-cookbook for Charity Water and asking me to be a part of it! I’m very enthusiastic about this cause and honored to be included with this incredibly talented group of bloggers. The book looks awesome! Great work you two!!

    Reply
    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      December 1, 2012 at 10:42 am

      Thanks friend!! SO appreciative of your willingness to help out. Your recipe is BOMB. Thanks again!

      Reply
  5. Avatar for Alexandra (Brighteyedbaker)Alexandra (Brighteyedbaker) says

    December 2, 2012 at 1:37 pm

    Oh my gosh! Those photos make me want this So. Badly. It looks absolutely amazing (and you can never go wrong with s’mores). :D

    Reply
  6. Avatar for KathrynKathryn says

    December 4, 2012 at 4:24 am

    What a totally amazing thing to do – you guys are amazing. Clean water is something that so many people take for granted but not having it is the real difference between life and death for too much of the world.

    Reply
  7. Avatar for CandaceCandace says

    December 5, 2012 at 12:54 pm

    Delicious! I used half brown sugar, half white, added a splash of vanilla and a dash of cinnamon. I also nixed the topping. SO SO good

    Reply
  8. Avatar for SarahSarah says

    December 6, 2012 at 6:54 pm

    ….where have you been all my life?

    Reply
  9. Avatar for natalie@thesweetslifenatalie@thesweetslife says

    December 6, 2012 at 7:51 pm

    you are amazing! not just the s’mores hot chocolate, but your big heart and what you’re doing for others! love it my friend!

    Reply
  10. Avatar for CrokmouCrokmou says

    January 11, 2013 at 12:50 pm

    That’s criminal !
    Nice pictures !

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  11. Avatar for BrittanyBrittany says

    January 19, 2013 at 7:37 pm

    What is stevia and why is it used?

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  12. Avatar for BrittanyBrittany says

    January 19, 2013 at 7:40 pm

    What is stevia and why is it used??

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    • Avatar for RobRob says

      February 6, 2013 at 5:54 am

      stevia is a healthy, low in calory substitute for sugar.

      Reply
  13. Avatar for emilyemily says

    February 2, 2013 at 8:11 am

    Yeah… i flopeed making this

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  14. Avatar for Kammie @ Sensual AppealKammie @ Sensual Appeal says

    February 12, 2013 at 11:32 am

    Holy Bejezzzzus this hot chocolate needs to have a censor over it, it looks SO DARN AMAZING!

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  15. Avatar for JaimeJaime says

    May 17, 2013 at 10:06 pm

    This looks amazing. It seems like you’d get a better graham cracker rim if you dip the cup in chocolate sauce first, though.

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  16. Avatar for dolce & gabbanadolce & gabbana says

    November 22, 2013 at 4:24 pm

    ファンタジー世界

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    • Avatar for furnik88furnik88 says

      December 4, 2015 at 10:16 am

      ? ? ?

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  17. Avatar for anjali nayaranjali nayar says

    November 24, 2013 at 3:02 pm

    what if you dont have chocolate syrup?

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      November 25, 2013 at 5:26 pm

      Melt chocolate chips or just skip the chocolate sauce and add more cocoa powder.

      Reply
  18. Avatar for PamPam says

    December 6, 2013 at 7:18 pm

    Marshmallows aren’t vegetarian as they are made with gelatin…

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    • Avatar for DylanDylan says

      January 7, 2015 at 3:56 pm

      Yeah I am vegetarian but there are plenty of non gelatin marshmallow options out there. In my opinion they taste better.

      Reply
  19. Avatar for MartiMarti says

    December 29, 2013 at 6:36 pm

    Ooops…*looks* lol

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  20. Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

    December 30, 2013 at 7:13 pm

    Thanks, Marti!

    Reply
  21. Avatar for Alice @ Hip Foodie MomAlice @ Hip Foodie Mom says

    October 10, 2014 at 3:17 am

    This S’mores hot chocolate is amazing . . and love that it’s for a great cause! Can’t believe I am just now seeing this. . love that you guys collaborated on the downloadable e-cookbook to benefit Charity Water . . so wonderful!

    Reply
  22. Avatar for HannaHanna says

    December 12, 2014 at 5:31 pm

    I just made this and it was so good words can’t even explain. I would totally rate 6 stars if that was an option, but I did make some adjustments. I was making this for myself only, so I halved the ingredients. Sadly, I did not have any milk at hand, so I used half a cup of whipping cream and one cup water. Neither did I have any stevia or chocolate syrup, so I used 2 tbsp sugar instead (additional to the 2 tbsp already added) and skipped the syrup. Be VERY watchful of the marshmallows when broiling, as mine only took 15-20 seconds to develop a dark brown color. Lastly, since I had no chocolate syrup to drizzle on top, I mixed together a very small amount of leftover hot chocolate and some melted chocolate to create a delicious, smooth chocolate syrup. SO GOOD. The hot chocolate had the perfect balance of creaminess and sweetness. I really love this idea, and I’ll definitely make this again within a 2-week range! ;-)

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      December 12, 2014 at 8:34 pm

      WHOOP! So great! Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
  23. Avatar for JenniferJennifer says

    December 16, 2014 at 2:22 pm

    Do you use sweetened or unsweetened cocoa powder?

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  24. Avatar for Sophia SarapSophia Sarap says

    March 7, 2016 at 4:23 pm

    Yum! Wow, I want to drink this!

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  25. Avatar for ClaireClaire says

    November 28, 2016 at 7:06 am

    I love the look of your recipe box!! Do you use a plug-in for it?

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      November 28, 2016 at 12:35 pm

      We currently use easy recipe, but will be switching soon! Sign up for the Blogger Resources email for updates.

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