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Hot Chocolate Cookies

Irresistible Hot Chocolate Cookies for Cozy Nights In

These Hot Chocolate Cookies are the ultimate comfort treat for winter, featuring a chewy texture and gooey marshmallow bits.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 1 cup Butter softened
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1/4 cup Milk can substitute with almond or oat milk
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour can substitute gluten-free flour
For the Cocoa Goodness
  • 1 cup Powdered Hot Cocoa Mix can substitute with cacao powder
  • 1/2 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
For the Delicious Mix-ins
  • 1 cup Marshmallow Bits omit if unavailable
  • 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips can substitute with milk or dark chocolate chips

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Stand Mixer
  • Cookie Scoop
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Decadent Hot Chocolate Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar, then beat until light and fluffy.
  3. Add in one egg, milk, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  4. Gradually sift in flour, cocoa mix, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix until just combined.
  5. Fold in marshmallow bits and chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  6. Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each scoop.
  7. Bake for 8-10 minutes, avoiding overbaking to keep centers soft.
  8. Press additional marshmallow bits and chocolate chips onto warm cookies after baking.
  9. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, avoid overbaking and refrigerate the dough for extra flavor if time allows.

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