Hot Chocolate Cookies
Hot Chocolate Cookies are soft, chewy chocolate cookies loaded with rich cocoa flavor, melty chocolate chips, and topped with gooey marshmallows. Perfect for cozy winter days, holiday baking, or a sweet chocolate fix anytime of the year.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 packet hot chocolate mix optional, for extra cocoa flavor
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or chunks
- 1 cup mini marshmallows or large marshmallows cut into smaller pieces
Instructions
- Cream Butter and Sugars: Beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Mix in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract.
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, hot chocolate mix, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine and Fold: Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
- Scoop and Bake: Scoop dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing cookies about 2 inches apart. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 8-10 minutes until edges are set but centers are still soft.
- Add Marshmallows: Remove cookies from the oven and quickly press mini marshmallows into the tops. Return to the oven for 1-2 more minutes until marshmallows soften.
- Cool and Serve: Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- Chilling the dough for 30 minutes helps prevent spreading and creates thicker cookies.
- Add crushed peppermint, caramel drizzle, or sea salt for creative variations.
- Store cookies in an airtight container with a slice of bread to keep them soft.
Nutrition
Calories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 115mgSugar: 15g
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