Hot Cocoa Cookies
These Hot Cocoa Cookies combine rich chocolate and sweet marshmallows in a chewy package, perfect for cozy snacking or dessert.
Ingredients
For the cookie dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure butter is softened for easy mixing.
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs Add eggs one at a time.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder Dutch-processed cocoa can be used for deeper flavor.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup mini marshmallows Gently fold into the dough.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, mixing well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring until combined.
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips and mini marshmallows until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Baking
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Serve warm with milk or hot cocoa, and feel free to experiment with toppings like whipped cream or chocolate drizzle.