Starbucks Secret Menu: Burnt Marshmallow (Ingredients, Taste, Variations, Sizes, Copycat Recipe, Caffeine, Calories & More information)
Are you curious about the Starbucks Burnt Marshmallow drink, or do you just want to try it at home? Read on to learn more and get a delicious copycat recipe.
I wasn’t sold when I first found the Burnt Marshmallow secret menu drink on Twitter because it didn’t seem all that exciting. I tried it out, though, and boy! It’s amazing! So much so that I looked for an at-home recipe that you have to try. It has the perfect coffee buzz and satisfies any sweet craving. Read the article below to get more information.
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Brief History of The Drink
Well, the Burnt Marshmallow is a secret menu item from Starbucks. The secret menu is a collection of special Starbucks drinks created by modifying items on the regular menu. So, the Burnt Marshmallow, a secret menu drink, was first created by a Starbucks customer around 2013 and has since gained popularity, especially online on Twitter.
Is Burnt Marshmallow Still Available?
I have good news! Yes, the Burnt Marshmallow is still available at Starbucks. Its original drink and needed additives are still offered, so you can enjoy the Burnt Marshmallow at any store.
Starbucks Burnt Marshmallow (Ingredients, Taste, Variations, Sizes, Caffeine, Calories)
What’s in a Burnt Marshmallow – (Ingredients)
Now that we know a bit more about this tasty secret drink let’s find out what exactly is in it. It’s a blend of the following Starbucks items:
- Espresso Macchiato – This base drink is simply an espresso shot/s drink with a dollop of steamed/heated milk and foam.
- White Chocolate Mocha Sauce – This super sweet white chocolate sauce tastes like sweetened condensed milk. Usually, 2 pumps are used.
- Caramel Drizzle – A drizzle of the Starbucks caramel sauce is put on top.
Starbucks Burnt Marshmallow: Sizes, Nutrition, Caffeine & Calories
What Sizes Are Available?
The Burnt Marshmallow is available in a short cup size (8 fl oz) irrespective of the number of espresso shots, which can either be a single (solo), double (doppio), triple, or quad.
Nutritional Facts
Are you a health nut keen on trying out this drink? Check out the table below to get some of its nutritional facts:
Calorie count (out of 2,000 calories daily intake) | 215 |
Nutrient Content (per Solo Short Cup serving) | % of Daily Value |
Total Fat (3.50g)
Trans Fat (0g) Saturated Fat (3.50g) | 4% |
Total carbohydrates (28g)
Sugar (28g) Dietary Fiber (0g) | 9% |
Proteins (3g) | – |
Cholesterol (0mg) | 0% |
Sodium (70mg) | 2% |
Caffeine Information
This drink is reserved for coffee lovers because it is high in caffeine. A solo has 75mg of caffeine, a doppio has 150mg, a triple has 225mg and a quad has 300mg.
So, what does Starbucks Burnt Marshmallow taste like?
It tastes just like burnt marshmallows. It has a bitter ‘burnt’ taste from the strong espresso but is cut and balanced by the white chocolate sauce and caramel, which taste like marshmallows. It’s nostalgic and delicious.
Ways to Customize Burnt Marshmallow at Starbucks – Starbucks Burnt Marshmallow Variations
You can play around with the Burnt Marshmallow to customize it to your liking. You can request up to 4 espresso shots in your drink or ask for additional pumps of white mocha sauce. You can also get extra caramel.
How to make Starbucks Burnt Marshmallow at Home – Starbucks Burnt Marshmallow Copycat Recipe
Starbucks Burnt Marshmallow Copycat Recipe
Equipment
- Macchinetta or Nespresso machine
- Milk froth or regular whisk
Ingredients
- 14 oz milk
- 2 tbsp. white chocolate sauce
- 2 shots of espresso
- 2 tsp. caramel sauce
Instructions
- Froth the milk with the whisk or milk frother. Add it to the serving cup together with the white chocolate sauce.
- Using the Nespresso/Macchinetta machine, prepare the espresso and add it to the milk mixture.
- Drizzle caramel sauce on top.
Notes
- According to your taste and machine capabilities, you may add up to 4 shots of espresso.
- For a creamier Burnt Marshmallow, you can add whipping cream to the frothed milk and chocolate sauce before adding the espresso.
Informative Section
How do you order Burnt Marshmallow from the Starbucks app?
Open the Starbucks app, proceed to the “Order” icon, then customize your Espresso Macchiato by adding white mocha sauce and caramel. Add to the cart and select the store where you will pick it up.
Does Starbucks have Burnt Marshmallow all year round?
Yes! You can have it all year!
Is the Starbucks Burnt Marshmallow healthy?
It’s high in sugar but can be healthy if consumed moderately.
How much is the Starbucks Burnt Marshmallow?
The Burnt Marshmallow is approximately $4.55.