Description
These Gooey Hot Cocoa Marshmallow Cookies are a decadent chocolate cookie with a soft, gooey marshmallow center, inspired by the classic comfort of hot cocoa. They are easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk chocolate)
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- Optional: powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well incorporated.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mix to the wet mixture, stirring until a dough forms.
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Carefully fold in the mini marshmallows, taking care not to squish them.
- Using a tablespoon, scoop dough and place it onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes. The edges should look set, while the centers remain soft and slightly undercooked.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and texture.
- Chill the dough for about 30 minutes for thicker cookies.
- Experiment with different extracts like almond or peppermint.
- Monitor baking time as ovens vary.
- Let cookies rest on the baking sheet before transferring to set.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 3-5 days.
- Freeze cookie dough balls for up to 3 months before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 190 kcal
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: N/A