Peppermint Dipped Marshmallows for Hot Cocoa {Great Gift Idea!}

Peppermint Dipped Marshmallows for Hot Cocoa… one of the easiest, prettiest and most delicious hot cocoa treats you’ll ever make! And Chocolate Peppermint Marshmallows are great for Christmas and for gift giving!!

Originally published December 2010 , updated December 2023

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Christmas Marshmallows for Hot Chocolate

So, my friend Kathy from college posted on Facebook that she had made some Peppermint Dipped Marshmallows for Hot Cocoa for gifts and I had to know what she was talking about.

First of all, I use marshmallows all. the. time for homemade marshmallow fondant on my cakes… but I rarely do anything else with them, so this was appealing. And of course I love the idea of recipes using up leftover marshmallows.

Also, I love me some hot chocolate or white hot chocolate with mini marshmallows so making these was a no-brainer!

She said she found the idea in Good Housekeeping magazine but I couldn’t find an article on their site, so I just “winged” it. I think this would be a fantastic frugal gift idea!!

So, you can make these as simple or fancy as you’d like. You’ll need at least marshmallows, chocolate, cute paper straws, peppermint or candy sprinkles, and a way to package them (if giving as gifts).

How to Make Chocolate Covered Marshmallows

These Peppermint Dipped Marshmallows are very simple to make! Here are all the details for how to make marshmallow sticks for hot chocolate:

Crushed peppermint in food processor

First, I put some hard peppermint candies in a food processor and roughly chopped them. You could also place your peppermints in a zip-top bag and beat them with a meat cleaver or rolling pin.

Melted chocolate in white bowl with red silicone spatula

Next melt your chocolate. I prefer to do that in the microwave in 10-15 second intervals, stirring after each interval. It took me about 2 minutes total to get it smooth and melted!

marshmallows and red & white paper straws

While that’s going on (or afterwards if you easily get distracted like me), you’ll want to put your marshmallows onto cute paper straws or even plastic coffee straws.

marshmallows on red and white straws

I also put a sheet of wax paper (or parchment paper would do) onto a cookie sheet or platter to get ready for the next step.

You’ll also need to get your “dips” ready. I placed the crushed peppermint into a small, shallow bowl so I could roll the dipped marshmallow easily in the candy. It will be super yummy to make Peppermint Hot Chocolate, but you can also just use sprinkles. I have used both!

marshmallow dipped in chocolate

Now it’s time to dip the marshmallows in the melted chocolate.

Marshmallow dipped in chocolate and peppermint on red and white straw : Peppermint Dipped Marshmallows for Hot Cocoa

Then dip them in the crushed peppermint before the chocolate sets.

Note… chill for about 10 minutes in the frig before wrapping or the chocolate gets everywhere. Ask me how I know!!

Peppermint Dipped Marshmallows for Hot Cocoa on red and white straws lined up on platter

These Peppermint Marshmallow dips are so, so pretty but also very delicious!

To use them, make a hot mug of your favorite hot cocoa, and instead of adding mini marshmallows into it…stir it up with your Peppermint Marshmallow Dip! It will add a little richness and peppermint to your hot cocoa! Doesn’t that sound delicious?!

Peppermint Dipped Marshmallows for Hot Cocoa laying on table

Peppermint Dipped Marshmallow Dips | Great Marshmallow Gift Ideas!

If you grab a $1 Christmas mug at the dollar store, wrap the peppermint dipped marshmallows in cellophane or cellophane bags with a bow, and add a $.10 pack of hot chocolate, you have a very yummy {frugal}, adorable Christmas gift!

Wrapped Peppermint Dipped Marshmallows in Christmas mug with packet of hot cocoa mix for gift-giving

You can get marshmallows for about a dollar a bag, and I got that Nestle Hot chocolate for a dollar a box at Walmart (of course, that will change over time). Chocolate chips are on sale a lot this time of year, and you could probably use plastic wrap and get creative with the ribbon.

There are so many ways to do this – use whatever you have on hand to keep the cost down! I already had that mug, but I know you can get really cute ones at the dollar store! If you want, you could put multiples per mug…

Several dipped marshmallows wrapped and in a Penquin Christmas mug for gift giving.

Or…you don’t have to have a mug at all. Just give them as gifts all on their own. They taste sort of like the chocolate covered marshmallow bunnies around Easter! I know this because…well, because I just had to taste one.

Chocolate Peppermint Marshmallows Recipe FAQ:

Can you freeze chocolate-covered marshmallows?

Yes, you can freeze chocolate-covered marshmallows. Ensure they are properly stored in an airtight container or a resealable freezer bag to prevent them from absorbing odors or drying out. When you’re ready to eat them, let them defrost at room temperature for the best texture.

How to store chocolate covered marshmallows?

Chocolate-covered marshmallows should ideally be stored at room temperature. Storing chocolate in the fridge can alter its texture and flavor.

Once the chocolate has hardened, you can store the chocolate-covered marshmallows in airtight containers. Make sure each layer is separated by wax paper to prevent them from sticking together. Then keep them in a cool, dark to keep the chocolate from melting. If the weather is too hot and you have no other option, you may keep them in the refrigerator, but remember to return them to room temperature before eating. Consume within 2 weeks.

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Peppermint Dipped Marshmallows for Hot Cocoa

Any way you choose to do it, or if you only do it as a fun afternoon {cold weather} project with your kids, they’ll love it and I promise…you’ll love the Peppermint Dipped Marshmallows!

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  • Author: Rose
  • Total Time: 12 minutes

Description

Peppermint Dipped Marshmallow for Hot Cocoa are a fun, easy Christmas treat that you can enjoy with family and friends or wrap for a frugal, sweet gift.


Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Melt the chocolate of your choice in a glass microwavable bowl in 15 second intervals (stirring after each) until completely smooth.
  2. Push the straws into the marshmallows. Place the crushed peppermint into small bowls.
  3. Dip the marshmallows in chocolate, then into the coating of your choice. Place on wax paper and allow them to set!
  4. Enjoy!!

Notes

*If you have trouble getting the chocolate smooth, you can add in a teaspoon of shortening or coconut oil.

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 2 mins
  • Category: Dessert
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Did I miss anything? Do you have any questions about the Peppermint Marshmallow Dips for Hot Chocolate? Please leave them in the comments and I’ll do my best to answer and help out!

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67 Comments

  1. Great idea! Finally an idea that my 3 AND my 1 1/2 year old can do. We all know how toddlers are *great* at dipping things 🙂

  2. This would work wonderful for smores also. Put with some graham crackers and wrap in the cellophane and you have another cute, homemade gift

  3. Saw these be done at A.C. Moore, but never thought of the Hot Chocolate idea with peppermint love it very inexpensive is right have to give it a whirl maybe thats a great teachers gift…thanks for sharing!

  4. Our home school group has a sweet swap every year…these would be great to take to that! Thanks for the idea. Also, I just happen to have 2 1/2 bags of giant marshmallows in the cabinet now

  5. yayy! found on pinterest and so excited. did you dip the top of the marshmallow, too? and it didn't stick to the parchment?

  6. @Allison – I dipped the entire bottom (or top?) half of the marshmallow in chocolate and it did not stick to the wax paper that I used. I'm sure it would work great with parchment paper too!

  7. This is such a GREAT idea! I'm a little bit in tears because I was trying to think of how we could get gifts for our nieces (and we don't have any extra money this year). I might be able to swing this! Love, love, love it.

  8. these look delish! and, i love the easy gift idea. BUT, i am wandering if these will actually melt into hot chocolate, or will the chocolate just seize up and float around in the cup? I know that if you get any water in melted chocolate chips, it will get grainy and seize up. Have you actually tried them in your hot chocolate? thanks!

  9. I just made some for our office potluck tomorrow. They ARE delish! I had to try them and the chocolate does melt . The whole thing will float until the marshmallow starts to melt. Its fun and good! Thanks for the great recipe!

  10. Found you on pinterest! My 17-yr-old daughter used these as one of the things her friends could do at her Christmas party. We set out all the ingredients and let them randomly dip them as the night wore on. Some friends ate them right off the stick, and others used them to stir the hot chocolate we provided. My daughter is now going to make up some of them as gifts. The dollar store was out of mugs but they had darling Christmas stockings, fifty cents each, and just the right size for a packet of hot chocolate and a marshmallow dip! Thanks for the great idea! -Lisa A.

  11. Totally in love with this idea!! One problem–they would never make it into a cup of hot chocolate because I’d eat them 😀

  12. I thought about making these for an outdoor fire pit party I’m having. We will have hot chocolate and I thought these would be great! How long can you make these before hand before they start to get stale? Thanks for the great idea!!

    1. Hmmm, I’m not sure Jannah! They never last more than a day or so at my house!! I think if you put them in an air-tight container you could probably do them a day or two ahead!? If you individually wrap them they’d last longer maybe because they’d be all sealed!

  13. Hello! Love this idea! Do you know how far in advance of Christmas these could be made. I am wondering how long they last, let me know if you know! Thanks so much.

  14. I also use gold plastic spoons, dip in white and dark chocolate sprinkles if you want, cellophane bags,ribbons! 🙂

  15. I love these! They are so easy to make and such a nice inexpensive gift. I made these for the 5 teachers in my daughter’s bible study club at school. I didn’t have much money to spend but wanted to get them a little something for all they do and I think this will be a perfect gift. I put a couple marshmallows in a bag with a couple packs of hot cocoa. Thanks for sharing!

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  19. This is really cool, although I think I’m not going to do the hot chocolate part, its past season!

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  21. I ordered the cute straws and cellophane bags this morning! Can’t wait to do this with the grandkids
    Also already got my cute bottles and vanilla beans so I can make the Vanilla Flavoring. Gotta hit the liquor store this weekend.
    Thanks so much for all the wonderful ideas.

  22. These were so easy and fun to make with my kids. We packaged them up in a gift basket with some hot chocolate and cookies.

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