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Chewy Hot Chocolate Cookies with Melty Marshmallows

Imagine the warmth of a cozy blanket on a cold winter night, the smell of rich chocolate filling the air, and the soft, gooey texture of melted marshmallows as you take a bite of a freshly baked cookie. These Chewy Hot Chocolate Cookies with Melty Marshmallows bring all the comforting flavors of hot chocolate into a delightful cookie form.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup mini marshmallows
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips optional

Method
 

  1. Preparation
  2. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  3. Line your baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
  4. Mixing the Dough
  5. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy.
  6. Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  7. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  8. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
  9. If using, fold in the chocolate chips.
  10. Forming the Cookies
  11. Use a tablespoon or cookie scoop to scoop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  12. Gently press a few mini marshmallows into the top of each cookie dough ball.
  13. Baking
  14. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers are still soft.
  15. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Use room-temperature butter: It blends more evenly with the sugars, creating a smooth, creamy dough that bakes into a soft, chewy cookie.
  • Don’t overmix the dough: Overmixing can cause the cookies to become tough. Mix until just combined to preserve that tender texture.
  • Experiment with different chocolate chips: Dark chocolate or white chocolate chips can add a unique twist to your cookies.

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