White Chocolate and Marshmallow Cream Hot Cocoa

This white chocolate and marshmallow cream hot cocoa is what dreams are made of! Rich, creamy, decadent, sweet and SO easy to make – I’ve even included a fall version with pumpkin spice flavors! With Fairlife milk, each serving provides 13 grams of protein!

There’s nothing quite like a warm, decadent glass of hot cocoa when the weather starts to cool. This recipe is for the white chocolate and marshmallow lovers out there. This combination, in my opinion, is even better than the tradition version!

It’s so simple to make with just three ingredients: white chocolate chips, Fairlife milk, and marshmallow cream! Plus, the pumpkin spice version is just SO GOOD – the perfect treat to warm you up during the fall and winter seasons. {Gluten-Free}

Ingredients

Toppings

Of course, an amazing cup of cocoa is not complete without the toppings! I love to add whipped cream, mini marshmallows and garnish with some white chocolate chips.

White Chocolate Marshmallow Cocoa: Two Ways

This recipe makes 4 servings (about 8 ounces each). Best if consumed immediately, however, you could store in the fridge for up to four days. Reheat on the stove or in the microwave to a temperate of 165 degrees F.

White Chocolate Cocoa Version (without Pumpkin)

1. 1. Pour milk into a pot over medium heat. Heat until warm, but not boiling.
   2. Add the marshmallow cream and whisk occasionally, until the cream has melted.
   3. After about 5 minutes, incorporate the white chocolate chips. Stir or whisk frequently to prevent burning.
   4. Once the white chocolate has melted, taste test. If it’s not hot enough, turn to low and stir occasionally.
   5. Pour into four glasses, top with whipped cream and mini marshmallows. Enjoy!

Pumpkin Spice White Chocolate Hot Cocoa

1. Pour milk into a pot over medium heat. Heat until warm, not boiling.
2. Add the marshmallow cream and whisk occasionally, until the cream has melted.
3. After about 5 minutes, incorporate the pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice and white chocolate chips. Stir or whisk frequently to prevent burning.
4. Once the white chocolate has melted, taste test. If it’s not hot enough, turn to low and stir occasionally.
5. Pour into four glasses, top with whipped cream, additional pumpkin pie spice and mini marshmallows. Enjoy!

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Different Variations

To Make It More Sweet: Add even more white chocolate chips and/or marshmallow cream.
To Make It Less Sweet: Use 1/4 cup of marshmallow cream.
Change Up the Flavor: Top with cinnamon and nutmeg. Add crushed candy canes or peppermint – this will add some pretty color, too! Add some vanilla extract to the milk mixture for more flavor.
Higher Protein: Stir in Premier Protein or an already made vanilla protein shake. Protein powder could be used but it may be a little bit chunky.
For Even More Creaminess: Try using coconut milk or adding combining whipping cream and milk.

White Chocolate and Marshmallow Cream Hot Cocoa

Alex Evink, MS, RD

A delicious twist to traditional hot cocoa! This recipe features white chocolate and marshmallow cream with a pumpkin spice version as well. The ultimate functional beverage warming you up in the fall and winter with 13 grams of protein per serving!

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Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 10 minutes mins

Course Drinks

Cuisine American

Servings 4 servings

Calories 188 kcal

Ingredients

  

• 4 cups non-fat Fairlife milk, or preferred milk
• 1/2 cup marshmallow cream
• 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
• Whipped Cream, optional

Additions for Pumpkin Spice Version

• 1/2 cup 100% pure pumpkin puree
• 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice (plus more for topping)

Instructions

 

White Chocolate and Marshmallow Cream Hot Cocoa

• Pour milk into a pot over medium heat. Heat until warm but not boiling.
• Add the marshmallow cream and whisk occasionally, until the cream has melted.
• After about 5 minutes, incorporate the white chocolate chips. Stir frequently with a whisk to prevent burning.
• Once the white chocolate has melted, taste test. If it's not hot enough, turn to low and stir occasionally. Pour into four glasses, top with whipped cream and mini marshmallows. Enjoy!

White Chocolate Pumpkin Spice Version

• Pour milk into a pot over medium heat. Heat until warm but not boiling.
• Add the marshmallow cream and whisk occasionally, until the cream has melted.
• After about 5 minutes, incorporate the pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice and white chocolate chips. Stir or whisk frequently to prevent burning. Once the white chocolate has melted, taste test. If it's not hot enough, turn to low and stir occasionally.
• Pour into four glasses, top with whipped cream, additional pumpkin pie spice and mini marshmallows. Enjoy!

Notes

• Best if consumed immediately, however, you could store in the fridge for up to four days. Reheat on the stove or in the microwave to a temperate of 165 degrees F.
• Keep a close eye on the hot cocoa while it’s cooking to prevent burning.
• To Make It More Sweet: Add even more white chocolate chips and/or marshmallow cream.
• To Make It Less Sweet: Use 1/4 cup of marshmallow cream.

Nutritional information is just an estimation, but I try to be as accurate as possible! Calculated for the white hot cocoa (pumpkin spice would be about 200 calories).

Nutrition Facts
Servings: 4
Amount per serving
Calories	188
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 4.1g	5%
Saturated Fat 2.4g	12%
Cholesterol 8mg	3%
Sodium 141mg	6%
Total Carbohydrate 23.3g	8%
Dietary Fiber 0g	0%
Total Sugars 19.2g
Protein 13.8g
Vitamin D 1mcg	6%
Calcium 425mg	33%
Iron 0mg	0%
Potassium 36mg	1%

Keyword functional beverages, protein hot cocoa