Hot Cocoa Cookies

These Hot Cocoa Cookies soft and fudgy cookies are packed with cocoa flavor, melty chocolate chunks, and topped with gooey marshmallows for the perfect winter dessert. They’re warm, comforting, and ideal for sharing during the holidays or enjoying by the fire with a mug of cocoa.

You know what’s wild I didn’t even plan on making these because it all started with leftover mini marshmallows and a cold weekend while my cranky kid claimed we had nothing fun to eat since apples apparently don’t count.

So I did what any slightly sleep-deprived parent would do and I just winged it because hot cocoa in cookie form sounded both risky and genius yet mostly delicious.

And wow these Hot Cocoa Cookies turned out soft and fudgy while also being full of chocolatey bliss and gooey marshmallow magic on top so they felt like a warm hug in cookie form or maybe like a snow day without the soggy boots.

We made a big batch that night and although some stuck to the pan while a few were quality-tested by small hands before they cooled and one might have been stolen by the dog which is still under investigation, they made us laugh and feel warm and together which is honestly the real win.

Kitchen Equipment Needed :

• Large mixing bowl
• Hand mixer or stand mixer
• Whisk
• Spatula
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Baking sheet
• Parchment paper
• Wire cooling rack

Tips for

Soft and Chewy: don’t overbake the cookies. Remove them when the edges are set but the centers are still soft. They will continue to firm up as they cool.

Marshmallow Tips: add marshmallows at the very end of baking to prevent them from burning.

Extra Chocolatey: mix in a few white chocolate chips for added sweetness.

Make it Fun: let kids sprinkle toppings like mini marshmallows or chocolate chips they’ll love being part of the process.

Storage: store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. They can also be frozen for up to 3 months.

What to Eat with Hot Cocoa Cookies ??

Hot Cocoa Cookies are perfect alongside a warm cup of cocoa, a glass of cold milk, or even a cup of coffee. They also make an excellent addition to holiday cookie platters or dessert buffets. For an extra special treat, sandwich a little frosting or chocolate spread between two cookies for a gooey, decadent delight. They pair wonderfully with other chocolate or marshmallow desserts, creating a cozy, indulgent snack experience.

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Ingredients :

• 1 cup “2 sticks” unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 cups all purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 1/2 cups mini chocolate chips
• 1 cup mini marshmallows

How to Make Hot Cocoa Cookies :

Step 1

First preheat your oven to 350°F “175°C” and line a baking sheet with parchment paper and in a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy then beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, ensuring everything is well combined.

Step 2

Second in a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a soft dough forms and fold in the mini chocolate chips gently, then scoop tablespoon sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.

Step 3

Finally bake for 10–12 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers are still soft. Remove from the oven and immediately press a few mini marshmallows onto each cookie then allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

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