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Hot Chocolate Cookies

Hot Chocolate Cookies for Cozy Nights and Sweet Moments

Delightful Hot Chocolate Cookies that combine comforting flavors of cocoa with melted marshmallows, perfect for cozy nights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Butter softened
  • 1 cup Sugar brown sugar preferred
  • 2 large Eggs room temperature
  • 1.5 cups Flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 cup Cocoa Powder unsweetened
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda fresh
Mix-Ins
  • 1 cup Mini Marshmallows or chocolate-covered
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chunks/Chips dark chocolate optional

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Cookie scoop
  • baking sheets
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Hot Chocolate Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until fully incorporated.
  4. Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, and baking soda in a separate bowl. Gradually combine with wet ingredients.
  5. Fold in mini marshmallows and chocolate chunks evenly throughout the dough.
  6. Drop portions of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are crisp and centers look slightly underdone. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Using room temperature butter and watching the bake time are key for achieving the best texture. Feel free to experiment with different mix-ins.

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