Swiss Miss Milk Chocolate (with Marshmallows) vs Swiss Miss Simply Cocoa

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Quick verdict

Swiss Miss Simply Cocoa edges it overall, winning 2 of 4 rating categories. Swiss Miss Milk Chocolate (with Marshmallows) is cheaper to start ($3 vs $4).

Choose Swiss Miss Milk Chocolate (with Marshmallows) if…

You’re kids, nostalgia and the lowest price per cup. Sweet, nostalgic and cheap, with a generous layer of mini marshmallows. Not rich, but it’s what many people grew up on, and kids love it.

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Choose Swiss Miss Simply Cocoa if…

You’re a short, simple ingredient list at a budget price. A cleaner-label version of the classic with no artificial preservatives. Silky flavor, though a bit thin.

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Side by side

Swiss Miss Milk Chocolate (with Marshmallows)Swiss Miss Simply Cocoa
Our rating4.1/54.3/5
Flavor3.6/54/5
Richness & body3/53.4/5
Value4.9/54.8/5
Ease4.9/54.8/5
Typical price$3$4
Size6-8 packets8 packets
Cost per unitabout 40-50¢ per packetabout 50¢ per packet
TypeHot cocoa mixHot cocoa mix
StyleMilk chocolateMilk chocolate
Make withWater or milkWith milk
Best forKids, nostalgia and the lowest price per cupA short, simple ingredient list at a budget price

Swiss Miss Milk Chocolate (with Marshmallows): pros & cons

  • Very cheap
  • Lots of marshmallows
  • Works with water
  • More sweet than chocolatey
  • Thin

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Swiss Miss Simply Cocoa: pros & cons

  • Simple ingredients
  • Inexpensive
  • Good aroma
  • Somewhat thin
  • Still sweet

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