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S’mores Hot Cocoa {The Recipe ReDux}

February 22, 2014 · by Ari ·

Rich, hot, comforting hot chocolate with toasty marshmallows and graham cracker crumbs. Everything you love about s’mores in a lightened up, gluten-free and dairy-free hot chocolate {with vegan option}.

S'mores Hot Cocoa: Looks decadent, but healthier than you'd think!

Is it still cold where you are? The high here today is 79*. Please don’t hate me. It’s actually been absolutely gorgeous out lately, and I am trying to live it up because I know it’s only a matter of time until the low is 95 and I’m waking up to run in the middle of the night so I can at least beat the sunlight.

S'mores Hot Cocoa: lightened up, gluten-free & dairy-free..

And it’s still chilly enough in the morning and evening to cozy up with a hot drink. In fact, it’s the perfect dessert for a night in with Netflix. And the puppies. Obviously.

S'mores Hot Cocoa: lightened up, gluten-free & dairy-free

I’m usually a fro yo for dessert person. Even in the cold months. Something about drinking my dessert (even if it’s a milkshake!) seems like I’m being cheated. However, this is a whole different story.

S'mores Hot Cocoa: lightened up, gluten-free & dairy-free

With warm, toasty marshmallows and crushed graham cracker crumbs, this hot cocoa feels like the best of both worlds–eating dessert and drinking hot cocoa.

S'mores Hot Cocoa: lightened up, gluten-free & dairy-free

This drink is pretty decadent, but it comes in right at about 200 calories, which really isn’t that bad for dessert in my opinion. Especially a dessert that has this much going on. It also comes together in less than 10 minutes and includes a very short list of ingredients which, if you’re anything like me, you probably have sitting around anyway.

S'mores Hot Cocoa: lightened up, gluten-free & dairy-free

The almond milk and chocolate chips are responsible for the thick, rich cocoa, but the bruleed marshmallows, bits of graham cracker in every sip, and last minute decision to drizzle it with extra chocolate syrup is what truly takes it to the next level!

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S’mores Hot Cocoa {The Recipe ReDux}

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes

Yield: 1

Serving Size: 1 cup

S’mores Hot Cocoa {The Recipe ReDux}

Rich, hot, comforting hot chocolate with toasty marshmallows and graham cracker crumbs. Everything you love about s'mores in a lightened up, gluten-free and dairy-free hot chocolate {with vegan option}.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon honey or other liquid sweetener
  • 1 tablespoon graham cracker crumbs (I used gluten-free)
  • mini marshmallows*
  • light chocolate syrup for drizzling, optional

Instructions

  1. In a small pot, heat milk, chocolate and vanilla over medium heat until chocolate is melted and milk is hot and steaming, whisking constantly.
  2. Drizzle honey on a small plate and roll the top of your mug in honey so it is just coated. Place graham cracker crumbs on a separate plate, and then roll the glass in graham cracker.
  3. Pour in cocoa and top with marshmallows. Heat marshmallows with a brulee torch until browned. Top with remaining graham cracker crumbs and drizzle with chocolate syrup.

Notes

*To make vegan, use vegan marshmallows and agave/maplesyrup/simple syrup in place of honey.

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https://arismenu.com/smores-hot-cocoa/



Filed Under: Dessert, Drinks, Gluten-free, Holiday & Seasonal, Vegan ·

Comments

  1. Jessica @ Nutritioulicious says

    February 23, 2014 at 2:14 pm

    That looks amazing and so decadent!

  2. ReganJonesRD says

    February 23, 2014 at 3:51 pm

    this is almost too yummy for words!

  3. Selena @ thenutritiouskitchen.com says

    February 23, 2014 at 4:50 pm

    hello delicious!! I’ve been all about hot cocoa lately and this looks right up my alley 🙂 and it’s healthy? Um yes please.
    Selena @ thenutritiouskitchen.com recently posted…{Recipe Redux} Peanut Butter Cup Hot CocoaMy Profile

    • Ari says

      February 24, 2014 at 9:26 am

      Okay, so after looking at your hot cocoa, I feel like we need to make a hybrid peanut butter s’mores hot cocoa. Can you even imagine???

  4. Christin@SpicySouthernKitchen says

    February 23, 2014 at 5:50 pm

    Gorgeous hot cocoa! I’m totally digging those mugs 🙂 Our weather has warmed up this week and I am so loving it!
    Christin@SpicySouthernKitchen recently posted…Samoa OatmealMy Profile

  5. LCCotter says

    February 23, 2014 at 8:46 pm

    it’s 80F and i want this. Maybe i can make it into a milkshake!

    • Ari says

      February 25, 2014 at 12:23 am

      Frozen hot chocolate!! You can totally make it happen, but you still have to brulee the marshmallows. It’s necessary. 😉

  6. Debbie @ Live from La Quinta says

    February 24, 2014 at 12:18 am

    That looks amazing. Thanks for the vegan option! I wish the weather here was cold enough for hot chocolate!
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  7. Christine @ Love, Life, Surf says

    February 24, 2014 at 12:19 am

    oh my goodness Ari. #needit #wantit
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    • Ari says

      February 25, 2014 at 12:24 am

      Haha I love you.

  8. Pavement Runner says

    February 24, 2014 at 2:16 am

    Oh man… that is the definition of delicious.
    Pavement Runner recently posted…Yes, Girls CanMy Profile

  9. Angela @ Happy Fit Mama says

    February 24, 2014 at 4:42 am

    Now that we had our heat waves of 45 degrees and temps falling back into the frigid zone, I’ll be looking to warm up with hot cocoa again. Looks unbelievably delicious!
    Angela @ Happy Fit Mama recently posted…#HappyFitMarch ChallengeMy Profile

    • Ari says

      February 25, 2014 at 12:25 am

      OMG 45 degrees is your heat wave??? That is crazy talk!

  10. Linz @ Itz Linz says

    February 24, 2014 at 6:41 am

    HOLY YUM!! can’t ever go wrong with hot cocoa!!
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  11. Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

    February 24, 2014 at 6:47 am

    Is this for real?! Oh.my.GOD. It’s been ridiculously cold here lately and I’ve been dreaming of the days where I can make s’mores and roast marshmallows. This will do ’till then 🙂
    Amanda @ .running with spoons. recently posted…. link love 2/23 .My Profile

  12. Carla says

    February 24, 2014 at 7:01 am

    move in with me move in with me!!!

    ((sharing))
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    • Ari says

      February 25, 2014 at 12:27 am

      OMG we would have so much fun! Except, I talk a lot. Like a lot, a lot. Although…not when I have hot cocoa to sip on. 😉 xoxo

  13. Jana @ Happy Wife Healthy Life says

    February 24, 2014 at 7:06 am

    This looks absolutely amazing! I am pinning this recipe now! 🙂
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  14. RunningEscapade says

    February 24, 2014 at 7:19 am

    That looks amazingly good!

  15. Brittany @ Delights and Delectables says

    February 24, 2014 at 8:41 am

    holy yum!! I’m making a list of things you can bring me to blend. 😉 xoxo
    Brittany @ Delights and Delectables recently posted…My Big, Hard DecisionMy Profile

    • Ari says

      February 25, 2014 at 12:27 am

      Yesssss–I will totally bring things! I can’t wait to meet you, friend!

  16. Jamie @ couchtoironwoman says

    February 24, 2014 at 12:22 pm

    I love cozying up to puppies! And I don’t hate you too much, since I hate the heat!
    Jamie @ couchtoironwoman recently posted…Half at the Hamptons Race RecapMy Profile

  17. Kylie @ immaeatthat says

    February 24, 2014 at 3:12 pm

    Oh my. This is everything I want. I just need to find a cozy campfire!!
    Kylie @ immaeatthat recently posted…Weekly MealsMy Profile

  18. dina says

    February 24, 2014 at 3:40 pm

    it looks delicious!
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  19. Amari @ Eat Chic Chicago says

    February 24, 2014 at 5:04 pm

    I’m drooling at the sight of this one! This will definitely be happening in my kitchen sometime soon this winter – but I may have to borrow your brulee torch 🙂
    Amari @ Eat Chic Chicago recently posted…Coconut Nutella MochaMy Profile

  20. Lisa @ RunWiki says

    February 25, 2014 at 9:52 am

    I am in awe of your creations!
    Lisa @ RunWiki recently posted…The story of Red, and a poem–Soul of the NightMy Profile

    • Ari says

      February 28, 2014 at 11:44 am

      Awww thanks friend! xoxo

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