You can never have enough marshmallows for hot cocoa, right?
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The best part of store-bought hot chocolate is the handful of itty-bitty dehydrated marshmallows in every packet. No matter what age you are, everyone loves to stir the mix into warm milk and watch the marshmallows float up to the surface, ya know? And if you’re anything like me, you think every mug of Swiss Miss needs double or triple the mini marshmallows.
So when I heard about this gigantic tub of mini marshmallow bits, you know I had to get my hands on one ASAP. For all the hot chocolate my house will be enjoying this winter, we’ll go through this container in no time at all!
Where Can I Find the Marshmallows?
For the hot chocolate enthusiasts who need a little more sweet marshmallow magic, here’s what we know. There’s now a massive container of marshmallow bits that are sure to help you along this holiday season. Sarah’s Candy Factory is the company behind the dehydrated marshmallows, and we thank them dearly for sharing this invention with us all.
They’re currently available on Amazon, where you can grab a 2-1/2 POUND jar of dehydrated marshmallows for $30. While that may seem steep, think of all the great times you’ll inevitably have with this holiday must-have. It seems that no packet of hot chocolate has enough mini marshmallows these days! But it 2-1/2 pounds is a bit too much for you, there’s a 1-pound jar as well for $14.
Whichever you decide to go with, we know you’ll have a sugary-sweet time.
How to Use Dehydrated Marshmallows
Use the marshmallow bits for homemade hot cocoa bombs (a great stocking stuffer), toss a handful into hot chocolate or use them to top your breakfast cereal. I know I’ll be mixing them into batch after batch of Rice Krispies treats for everyone I know!
Hot Chocolate Recipes That NEED Marshmallows
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Cozy Hot ChocolateSteaming mugs of these smooth beverages are a nice anytime treat with my husband, Ken.—Marie Hattrup, Sonoma, California
Fluffy Hot ChocolateThis is our daughter's favorite hot chocolate recipe. It may look like ordinary cocoa, but a touch of vanilla sets it apart from the rest. And the melted marshmallows give it a frothy body you won't get from a cocoa packet. —Jo Ann Schimcek, Weimar, Texas
Honey-Bourbon Hot ChocolateMy husband and I like to enjoy this grown-up version of hot chocolate on a cold winter evening. It's even better made with honey-flavored bourbon if you can find that in your local store. —Andrea Harvath, Duncannon, Pennsylvania
Pumpkin Spice Hot ChocolateMy mom makes this hot chocolate with pumpkin, spices and white chocolate. We usually drink it on Halloween, but it’s delish at Christmas too. —Sasha King, Westlake Village, California
Rich Hot ChocolateEach winter in early February my friends and I gather for an outdoor show called Mittenfest. We skip the Bloody Marys and fill our thermoses with these hot cocoas instead.
Hazelnut Hot ChocolateVanilla beans and a hazelnut liqueur like Frangelico lend a sophisticated flavor to this hot chocolate. With such rich taste, it could be served as a dessert. —Michael Compean, Fountain Hills, Arizona
Landmark Hot ChocolateWith or without a nip of rum, my hot chocolate recipe has been a Wisconsin winter warmer for years. When the toboggan hills are calling, I skip the whipped cream and take a thermos to go. It’s always a hit and it ensures nobody is left out in the cold! —Mark Phillips, Bayfield, Wisconsin
Peppermint White Hot ChocolateMy soothing white hot chocolate is a great warm-up after a wintry day spent sledding or ice skating. Or include it as a festive addition to brunch or an afternoon tea party. —Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon
Favorite Hot ChocolateYou need just a few basic ingredients to stir up this spirit-warming sipper. The comforting beverage is smooth and not too sweet, making it just right for cozy chilly nights. —Flo Snodderly, North Vernon, Indiana
Mexican Hot ChocolateThis delicious, not-too-sweet Mexican hot chocolate is richly flavored with cocoa and delicately seasoned with spices. The whole-stick cinnamon stirrers come in handy, as the old-fashioned chocolate mixture settles if not stirred before drinking. The blend of cinnamon and chocolate flavors is wonderful! —Kathy Young, Weatherford, Texas
Crackling Hot CocoaThis hot chocolate recipe is more than a warm-you-up—it's rich and thick decadence in a mug. —Cyndi Nistico, Palm Island, Florida
Vanilla Almond Hot CocoaTreat your family to this comforting, homemade cocoa as you decorate the tree or open holiday gifts. Vanilla and almond extracts make it taste even more special. —Vicki Holloway, Joelton, Tennessee
Kahlua Hot ChocolateWhen we want a cup of hot chocolate, we prefer homemade over store mixes. A splash of Kahlúa adds a touch of fabulous. —Chung-Ah Rhee, Hollywood, California
Hot Cocoa with Almond MilkChange up ordinary hot cocoa by stirring some dark baking cocoa into vanilla almond milk. Top it off with a plain large marshmallow or berry marshmallow creme, if you like, and add your favorite pretty sprinkles. —Cindy Reams, Philipsburg, Pennsylvania
Melting SnowmanAfter an afternoon of sledding, kids will love to warm up with hot chocolate and these special snowman toppers. The snowmen will disappear as they sip and so will the chill on their fingers and toes! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Raspberry Hot CocoaGarnished with whipped cream, chocolate curls and raspberry-flavored marshmallows, this cool-weather favorite goes from everyday to extra-special. —Andrew McDowell, Lake Villa, Illinois
Peppermint Hot ChocolateMore than a hint of cool mint makes this delicious sipper a special switch from traditional hot chocolate. Besides the rich beverage that's quick to fix, a dollop of whipped cream with crushed candy tops each mug lusciously. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Ghostly Hot CocoaChocolate pudding mix is the convenient start to this clever cocoa mix. Kids of all ages get a kick out of the marshmallow ghost floating on top. —Ruby Gibson, Newton, North Carolina
Having always wanted a career in writing, Melany couldn't have found a better place than Taste of Home to begin. When she's not scribbling in her notebook or working at her computer, she can be found experimenting with new recipes or relaxing with a book and her cats.
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Updated: Nov. 29, 2021
