Frozen S’mores Cocktail
A frozen s’mores cocktail with vanilla vodka, chocolate liqueur, marshmallow fluff and half-and-half, served with a graham cracker rim and a torched marshmallow — a winter dessert drink sized for Margaritaville machines.
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Campfire s’mores, frozen. Marshmallow creme blends right into the slush for a toasted-vanilla flavor, chocolate liqueur and syrup bring the chocolate bar, and crushed graham crackers on the rim finish the trio.
It’s a fun winter party drink — toast the marshmallows in front of guests just before serving.
S’mores Cocktail recipe
Ingredients (3 drinks)
- 3 oz vanilla vodka
- 2 oz chocolate liqueur
- 6 oz half-and-half
- 2 oz chocolate syrup
- 3 Tbsp marshmallow creme (fluff)
- 3 large marshmallows, for toasting
Plus: a full ice reservoir. Garnish: Graham cracker rim, toasted marshmallow, chocolate square. Glass: Rocks glass or mug.
Instructions
- Rim the glasses with chocolate syrup and crushed graham crackers.
- Fill the ice reservoir.
- Add vodka, chocolate liqueur, half-and-half, chocolate syrup and marshmallow creme to the jar.
- Run the cycle (Slides program if available). If the creme sticks to the jar, add a few seconds of Blend Only.
- Pour, then top each glass with a marshmallow toasted over a gas flame or with a kitchen torch.
How much to make in your machine
Every Margaritaville frozen concoction maker is designed around a particular volume of liquid — the shaver portions ice for it. The table scales this recipe to the margarita liquid volume printed in each model’s manual (Key West DM1000 / DM1946 3 × 12 oz drinks: 9.75 fl oz; Bahamas DM0500 / Fiji DM2000 3 × 12 oz drinks: 13 fl oz; Tahiti DM3000 per 24 oz jar: 8.67 fl oz; Bali DM3500 half chamber: 11 fl oz; Bali DM3500 full chamber: 22 fl oz). Amounts are rounded to the nearest ¼ or ⅓ oz.
| Ingredient | Key West DM1000 / DM19463 × 12 oz drinks | Bahamas DM0500 / Fiji DM20003 × 12 oz drinks | Tahiti DM3000per 24 oz jar | Bali DM3500half chamber | Bali DM3500full chamber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| vanilla vodka | 2¼ oz | 3 oz | 2 oz | 2½ oz | 5 oz |
| chocolate liqueur | 1½ oz | 2 oz | 1⅓ oz | 1⅔ oz | 3⅓ oz |
| half-and-half | 4½ oz | 6 oz | 4 oz | 5 oz | 10¼ oz |
| chocolate syrup | 1½ oz | 2 oz | 1⅓ oz | 1⅔ oz | 3⅓ oz |
| marshmallow creme (fluff) | 2¼ Tbsp | 3 Tbsp | 2 Tbsp | 2½ Tbsp | 5 Tbsp |
| large marshmallows, for toasting | 2½ | 3 | 2 | 2½ | 5 |
Scaling is our calculation, not a manufacturer recipe. Fruit- and ice-cream-heavy drinks vary more; adjust with the Shave Only / Blend Only controls. The Key West DM1900 isn’t listed because we haven’t verified its manual yet.
Machine notes for this drink
- Dairy and cream liqueurs make a thick, shake-like drink. Use the Slides setting on the Fiji (the Tahiti manual also lists Mudslides), soften ice cream for five minutes first, and rinse the jar soon after serving.
- This batch uses about 13 fl oz of liquid for 3 drinks. If your drink comes out watery, the manuals’ first fix is to follow the recipe volumes or manually shave more ice; if it’s too stiff, add liquid and Blend Only.
Why this recipe works
Marshmallow creme dissolves where whole marshmallows would turn into rubbery chunks, so it flavors and thickens the batch evenly. Chocolate liqueur and syrup together give a real chocolate taste without making the drink too boozy to freeze. Liquids total 13 oz, the three-drink volume for the Bahamas and Fiji.
About boozy milkshakes
Ice-cream drinks use the shaver differently: the fat and sugar in ice cream and cream liqueurs make the texture thick and creamy. Soften the ice cream for 5 minutes, measure it in tablespoons, and rinse the jar promptly afterward — dairy residue is harder to clean once it dries.
Tips for the best texture
- Spoon the marshmallow creme straight onto the liquid in the jar, not onto the blade.
- A long metal skewer over a gas burner toasts a marshmallow in seconds if you don’t own a torch.
- Crush graham crackers in a zip-top bag with a rolling pin; keep them fine so they cling.
- Rinse the jar soon after serving — marshmallow and dairy get sticky as they dry.
- Never put anything but ice in the ice reservoir, and don’t fill the jar past its maximum line — both are warnings in every manual.
- Too thin? Hold the toggle in Shave Only for a few seconds, then Blend Only to mix it in. Too thick? Add an ounce of liquid and Blend Only.
Serving & make-ahead
Garnish with graham cracker rim, toasted marshmallow, chocolate square and serve in a rocks glass or mug. Serve boozy milkshakes in chilled glasses with whipped cream, a drizzle of chocolate or crushed cookies. They are rich, so a 6–8 oz pour is plenty per person. Rinse the jar and blade soon after, following your manual’s cleaning steps, because dairy dries onto plastic quickly.
Variations
- Peanut butter s’mores: Add 1 Tbsp creamy peanut butter to the jar.
- Mint s’mores: Add ¼ oz peppermint schnapps and a crushed candy cane rim.
- Whiskey: Use a cinnamon whiskey or bourbon in place of the vodka for a campfire edge.
Mocktail swap
Skip the vodka and chocolate liqueur; use 9 oz whole milk, 2.5 oz chocolate syrup, ¼ tsp vanilla and keep the marshmallow creme.
Making this for a holiday party, or giving a machine as a gift? Our Margaritaville Machine Gift Guide 2026 covers every model plus mixers, rim salt and glassware.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use regular marshmallows in the jar?
They don’t blend well cold. Use marshmallow creme in the jar and save whole marshmallows for the topping.
No chocolate liqueur?
Use Irish cream or crème de cacao, or more vodka plus ½ oz extra chocolate syrup.
How do I toast marshmallows without a torch?
Put them on a foil-lined sheet under the broiler for 30–60 seconds and watch closely.
How much ice should I put in the machine?
Fill the ice reservoir with ice cubes — the machine shaves the amount it needs for the cycle (dial models size it to the 1, 2 or 3-drink setting). The manuals recommend ice that has been out of the freezer for 10–15 minutes.
Will this work in a regular blender?
Yes — add about 1½–2 cups of ice per 12 oz drink and blend until smooth. The texture will be coarser than shaved ice.
Please drink responsibly. Alcoholic recipes are for adults of legal drinking age (21+ in the US). Never drink and drive.
