HOT COCOA COOKIES
These Hot Cocoa Cookies are soft, fudgy, and topped with gooey marshmallows. Packed with cocoa flavor, they taste just like your favorite mug of hot chocolate — in cookie form!
Ingredients
For the Cookies:
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ⅔ cup light brown sugar packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
For Topping:
- 12 large marshmallows halved
- Optional: chocolate drizzle or sprinkles
Instructions
Preheat Oven:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Make Cookie Dough:
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and both sugars until fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet, mixing until combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
Scoop and Bake:
- Scoop dough into balls and place on baking sheet, 2 inches apart. Bake for 9–10 minutes.
Add Marshmallows:
- Remove cookies from oven and press a marshmallow half into the center of each. Return to oven for 1–2 minutes, just until marshmallows puff.
Cool and Serve:
- Let cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack. Add optional drizzle or festive sprinkles on top.
Notes
Make Ahead:
The dough can be chilled for up to 2 days before baking. Storage:
Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days, or freeze for longer storage. Serving Idea:
Serve with mugs of real hot cocoa for the ultimate cozy treat!
The dough can be chilled for up to 2 days before baking. Storage:
Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days, or freeze for longer storage. Serving Idea:
Serve with mugs of real hot cocoa for the ultimate cozy treat!