HOT CHOCOLATE COOKIE CUPS
These Hot Chocolate Cookie Cups are soft chocolate cookies shaped like mini mugs and filled with creamy fudge and mini marshmallows. A cute, edible twist on a winter classic that’s both fun and delicious!
Ingredients
For the Cookie Cups:
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
For the Filling:
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Mini marshmallows for topping
Optional Decorations:
- Mini candy canes cut to look like handles
- Melted white chocolate for drizzling
Instructions
Make the Cookie Dough:
- In a bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla. Mix in flour, cocoa, baking soda, and salt.
Shape into Cups:
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls. Press each into a greased mini muffin tin to form a cup shape. Chill for 30 minutes if desired.
Bake:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 8–10 minutes. Immediately press the center down again to maintain the cup shape. Cool completely.
Make the Filling:
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips with sweetened condensed milk. Stir until smooth. Add vanilla extract.
Fill and Decorate:
- Spoon fudge mixture into cooled cookie cups. Top with mini marshmallows. Add a candy cane handle or drizzle with melted chocolate if desired.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Use white chocolate chips for a white hot chocolate version.
- Perfect for cookie trays and edible gifting.