Description
These perfect chocolate graduation caps feature a soft marshmallow base topped with a glossy, rich chocolate cap, making them a fun and festive treat for any graduation celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- Large jumbo marshmallows
- Semisweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate (good quality like Ghirardelli or Valrhona)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Black licorice strings or thin black candy strips (for tassels)
- Mini marshmallows or small candy dots (optional, for decoration)
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Arrange jumbo marshmallows spaced about 1 inch apart.
- In a double boiler or heatproof bowl set over simmering water, combine semisweet chocolate chips and softened butter. Stir gently until smooth and glossy, about 5-7 minutes. Alternatively, melt in microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each.
- Remove chocolate from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- Using a small spoon or offset spatula, spoon melted chocolate over each marshmallow, covering the top completely to form the cap about 1/8 inch thick.
- While chocolate is still wet, place a small piece of black licorice string or candy strip at the center of each cap to mimic the tassel. Press gently to secure.
- Optionally, add mini marshmallows or candy dots for decoration before chocolate sets.
- Transfer baking sheet to refrigerator and chill for at least 20 minutes until chocolate caps are firm and glossy.
- Carefully peel marshmallow graduation caps off parchment and arrange on a platter. Enjoy within 2 days for best freshness.
Notes
Use fresh jumbo marshmallows for best results. If chocolate thickens before coating all marshmallows, gently rewarm over double boiler. Chill properly to get a glossy snap on the chocolate caps. For dairy-free, substitute butter with coconut oil and use dairy-free chocolate chips. Store leftovers in airtight container in fridge up to 3 days or freeze up to 1 month.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chocolate graduati
- Calories: 135
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 25
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 1
Keywords: graduation caps, chocolate treats, marshmallow desserts, easy chocolate recipe, party treats, festive desserts