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Hot Chocolate Cookies

Indulge in Chewy Hot Chocolate Cookies for Cozy Nights

Craving cozy comfort? These Hot Chocolate Cookies combine rich chocolate and gooey marshmallows for a delightful treat.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 36 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 6 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup butter softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1/2 cup hot cocoa mix
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Fun Add-ins
  • 1 cup marshmallow bits
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Equipment

  • Stand mixer
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Cookie scoop
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Mixing bowl
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a stand mixer, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Mix in the egg, milk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, hot cocoa mix, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually incorporate this into the wet mixture.
  5. Fold in marshmallow bits and semi-sweet chocolate chips.
  6. Optional: Chill the dough for up to 36 hours for better flavor.
  7. Drop rounded balls of dough onto the baking sheets, spaced 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until soft in the center. They should look slightly puffed.
  9. Press extra chocolate chips and marshmallow bits into the tops immediately after baking.
  10. Allow to cool for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 70mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.

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