Prepare your Mug/ Cup Garnish

Option 1:

• Place crushed graham crackers on a shallow plate and set them aside.
• Dip the rim of your mug/cup in the melted chocolate and then sit upright to allow some of the chocolate to drip down the sides.
• Then dip the chocolate-covered rim in the crushed graham crackers to coat. Reserve the leftover crumb for the topping.
• Use the rest of the melted chocolate to drip and swirl around the inside of your mug/ cup.
• Set aside while you make the hot chocolate.

Option 2

• Place marshmallows in a microwave-safe dish in the microwave and heat until just melted (about 45 seconds or so). Mix together with a spoon until smooth and light/ fluffy. It should become a smooth sticky thick paste. If it's too runny, allow it to cool slightly before mixing.
• Smooth the melted marshmallow around the rim and sides of your mug/ cup.
• Using a blow torch or lighter* carefully toast the marshmallow until golden brown.
• Set aside while you make the hot chocolate.

Hot Chocolate

• Whisk together the milk, cacao powder and sugar in a small saucepan over medium-low heat.
• Remove from the heat once the sugar and cacao have dissolved and the mixture is hot, being careful not to allow the mixture to boil.
• Stir in the chopped chocolate, vanilla and a pinch of salt.
• Pour into your prepared mug/cup.

Toppings

• Top with marshmallows and then use a blow torch or lighter to gently toast the marshmallows until golden brown.
• Decorate with the rest of your toppings: graham crackers/ graham cracker crumbs, pretzels and extra marshmallows.
• Drink while still nice and warm!