Hot Chocolate Cookies Recipe

Introduction

If you love the rich, cozy flavor of hot chocolate, these Hot Chocolate Cookies are perfect for you. Loaded with cocoa, chocolate chips, and mini marshmallows, they deliver that nostalgic warmth in every bite. Easy to make and utterly irresistible, they’re a great treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

• 1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup (200 g) brown sugar
• ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
• ¾ cup (75 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup (170 g) chocolate chips or chunks
• 1 cup mini marshmallows

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Step 3: Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the sugar mixture, mixing until smooth.
4. Step 4: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
5. Step 5: Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
6. Step 6: Fold in the chocolate chips and mini marshmallows.
7. Step 7: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them out to allow for spreading.
8. Step 8: Bake for 9 to 11 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers remain soft.
9. Step 9: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tips & Variations

• For an extra rich flavor, use a high-quality unsweetened cocoa powder and chocolate chips.
• Swap mini marshmallows for chopped toasted nuts to add crunch if desired.
• If gluten-free, use a 1-to-1 gluten-free flour blend as a substitute for all-purpose flour.
• Enjoy cookies warm for a gooey texture, or chill dough for 30 minutes before baking for thicker cookies.

Storage

Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days. Reheat gently in the microwave for 10-15 seconds to enjoy them warm and soft again. For longer storage, freeze baked cookies in a sealed container for up to three months and thaw at room temperature before serving.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use salted butter instead of unsalted?

Yes, you can use salted butter, but reduce or omit the added salt in the recipe to avoid oversalting the cookies.

What makes these cookies different from regular chocolate cookies?

These Hot Chocolate Cookies include mini marshmallows and a rich cocoa base, replicating the flavor and feel of hot chocolate in cookie form for a uniquely cozy treat.

Hot Chocolate Cookies Recipe

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These Hot Chocolate Cookies combine the rich flavor of unsweetened cocoa powder with melty chocolate chips and gooey mini marshmallows for a cozy, irresistible treat. Perfectly soft with slightly crisp edges, they offer the comforting experience of hot chocolate in cookie form, ideal for sharing or enjoying warm at home.

• Author: lea
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 25 minutes
• Yield: 24 cookies 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

• 1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup (200 g) brown sugar
• ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

• 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
• ¾ cup (75 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt

Mix-ins

• 1 cup (170 g) chocolate chips or chunks
• 1 cup mini marshmallows

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for baking.
2. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which provides a tender texture to the cookies.
3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract until smooth, ensuring even incorporation and moisture for the dough.
4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agent and cocoa flavor.
5. Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined to avoid overworking the dough which could toughen the cookies.
6. Add Chocolate Chips and Marshmallows: Gently fold in the chocolate chips and mini marshmallows to evenly disperse these delicious mix-ins without breaking the marshmallows apart.
7. Scoop Dough: Using a tablespoon-sized scoop, portion the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving enough space between each cookie to allow spreading during baking.
8. Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 9 to 11 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers remain soft, achieving the perfect gooey texture.
9. Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes to firm up before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely or be enjoyed warm.

Notes

• For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with Bob’s Red Mill 1-to-1 Gluten Free Flour.
• Use good quality unsweetened cocoa powder and butter for best flavor; Kerrygold Grass-Fed Irish Butter is highly recommended.
• Enjoy cookies warm for gooier marshmallows or store in an airtight container for up to five days.
• Do not overbake to maintain soft centers with gooey marshmallows.

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