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Hot Chocolate Cookies

Hot Chocolate Cookies: The Ultimate Cozy Comfort Food

These Hot Chocolate Cookies are soft, rich, and infused with gooey mini marshmallows, perfect for cozy nights and holiday gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cool Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Cookies
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour or gluten-free blend
  • 2 thirds unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda ensure freshness
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt plus more for sprinkling
For the Mix-ins
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Stand mixer
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a stand mixer, combine softened unsalted butter and brown sugar, beat on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Add two large eggs and a splash of vanilla extract to the creamed mixture, mixing on low speed until well combined, about 1-2 minutes.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture, mixing on low until just combined.
  5. Fold in chocolate chips and mini marshmallows with a spatula, ensuring even distribution.
  6. Using a cookie scoop, portion out equal amounts of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space for spreading.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are crisp but the centers are soft.
  8. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 150IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure marshmallows are fresh for best results. Store cookies in an airtight container.

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