Wrap yourself in cozy vibes with this Amigurumi Hot Cocoa Cup crochet pattern! ☕✨ With its warm, plush texture, adorable marshmallow topping, and charming mug design, this creation brings the comforting essence of a steaming cup of cocoa to life in yarn form. Whether you’re crafting for seasonal décor, a heartfelt gift, or simply love food-inspired amigurumi, this FREE pattern is a delightful addition to your collection.
Designed for intermediate crocheters, this pattern allows for customization in mug colors, topping details, and even tiny accessories like a miniature spoon or festive sprinkles to enhance its personality. Choose classic browns and creams for a traditional look or experiment with pastel hues for a whimsical twist! Whether displayed as part of a winter setup or gifted to a fellow crochet enthusiast, this amigurumi hot cocoa cup is sure to bring warmth and joy. Grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let’s bring this cozy creation to life—one stitch at a time! 🧶✨
☕ Amigurumi Hot Cocoa Cup Crochet Pattern
Nothing says cozy quite like a warm cup of hot cocoa topped with whipped cream and marshmallows. Now you can crochet your own cuddly version! This amigurumi hot cocoa mug is squishy, festive, and just the right size to brighten your holiday décor. With its big smile and sweet details, it’s a project you’ll want to make again and again.
✨ Skill Level
Beginner to Intermediate – perfect for those comfortable working in the round and doing simple shaping.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 6–7 inches (15–18 cm) tall and 5–6 inches (13–15 cm) wide when made with worsted weight yarn and a 4.0 mm crochet hook.
🧶 Materials
- Worsted weight yarn:
- Light Gray (Mug body & handle)
- Brown (Cocoa top)
- White (Whipped cream & marshmallows)
- 4.0 mm crochet hook
- 12 mm black safety eyes
- Black embroidery thread/yarn for smile
- Polyfill stuffing
- Yarn needle
- Stitch marker
- Scissors
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
- MR – Magic Ring
- ch – Chain
- sc – Single Crochet
- inc – Increase (2 sc in one stitch)
- dec – Decrease (sc two stitches together)
- sl st – Slip Stitch
- st(s) – Stitch(es)
🪡 Pattern Instructions
Mug Body (Light Gray)
- MR, 6 sc into ring (6)
- inc around (12)
- (sc, inc) around (18)
- (2 sc, inc) around (24)
- (3 sc, inc) around (30)
- (4 sc, inc) around (36)
- (5 sc, inc) around (42)
- (6 sc, inc) around (48)
9–17. sc around (48) → creates a short, plump mug shape - FLO sc around (48) → forms the raised rim
19–23. sc around (48)
Finish off, weave in ends.
Cocoa Top (Brown)
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc around (12)
- (sc, inc) around (18)
- (2 sc, inc) around (24)
- (3 sc, inc) around (30)
- (4 sc, inc) around (36)
- (5 sc, inc) around (42)
- (6 sc, inc) around (48)
- sc around (48)
Finish off, leaving long tail for sewing.
👉 Sew the cocoa top just under the FLO stitches of Round 18 so the rim stands out.
Whipped Cream (White)
- Ch 45.
- Starting in 2nd ch from hook, 2 sc in each ch across.
This will naturally curl into a spiral.
👉 Roll into a tall swirl and sew on top of the cocoa.
Marshmallows (Make 6–8, White)
- Ch 4.
- Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook and across (3). Ch 1, turn.
- Rows 2–4: sc across (3).
- Fold into a tiny cube, stuff lightly, and whip stitch edges closed.
👉 This makes chunky square marshmallows instead of cylinders.
Handle (Light Gray)
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc around (12)
3–20. sc around (12) → forms a thick tube
Stuff lightly with yarn tails.
👉 Curve into a “C” shape and sew both ends securely to the side of mug.
Face
- Place 12 mm safety eyes on Round 7–8 of the body, spaced about 7–8 stitches apart.
- Embroider a wide smile between them with black yarn.
Assembly
- Stuff mug body firmly.
- Attach cocoa top beneath the rim so it looks slightly sunken.
- Sew whipped cream swirl onto center of cocoa.
- Add marshmallows around whipped cream.
- Attach stuffed handle to mug side.
🎀 Finishing Touches
- Add a touch of blush (embroidery or fabric paint) beneath the eyes for extra cuteness.
- Stage it with fairy lights, pinecones, or on a cozy table to match the look in the photo.
✅ Your amigurumi hot cocoa cup is finished! Squishy, adorable, and perfectly festive for wintertime.
