Creamy Toasted Marshmallow Mocha Recipe with Graham Cracker Rim
A cozy and indulgent mocha drink featuring toasted marshmallows and a crunchy graham cracker rim, perfect for chilly days and comforting moments.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (240 ml) freshly brewed strong coffee or espresso
- 1 cup (240 ml) milk (whole milk recommended, or almond/oat milk for dairy-free)
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons sugar (brown sugar preferred)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Mini or large marshmallows (enough to top each mug)
- About 2 full sheets graham crackers, crushed
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- Optional whipped cream
Instructions
- Crush about 2 sheets of graham crackers into fine crumbs and spread on a small plate.
- Brush about 1 tablespoon of honey or maple syrup around the rim of your mug.
- Press the honeyed rim into the graham cracker crumbs to coat evenly. Set mug aside.
- Brew 1 cup (240 ml) of strong coffee or espresso and pour into the mug carefully.
- In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup (240 ml) milk, 2 tablespoons cocoa powder, 2 tablespoons sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Warm over medium heat, whisking constantly until smooth and just simmering (3-4 minutes). Avoid boiling.
- Slowly pour the hot chocolate mixture into the coffee in the mug, stirring gently to combine.
- Top the drink generously with marshmallows.
- Toast the marshmallows using a kitchen torch until golden brown and caramelized (20-30 seconds). Alternatively, broil in the oven for 1-2 minutes, watching closely to avoid burning.
- Optionally, add a dollop of whipped cream or a sprinkle of cocoa powder on top.
- Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
Use a kitchen torch for even caramelization of marshmallows; a broiler can be used as an alternative but watch carefully to avoid burning. For a dairy-free version, substitute milk and marshmallows with plant-based alternatives. Avoid dunking the mug too deep in graham cracker crumbs to prevent sogginess. Prepare the mocha base ahead and store in the fridge for up to 2 days; add and toast marshmallows just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240 ml)
- Calories: 220280
- Fat: 610
- Carbohydrates: 3540
- Protein: 68
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