Description
Get ready to experience winter magic in cookie form with these Hot Chocolate Christmas Cookies! Imagine the comfort of your favorite holiday drink baked into a soft, chewy cookie topped with gooey toasted marshmallows. This easy recipe is perfect for cold evenings, festive gatherings, and Christmas cookie swaps. Ideal for quick dessert ideas, holiday baking inspiration, and cozy food ideas, these cookies bring the ultimate hot chocolate vibe to your dessert table. Whether you’re looking for a holiday treat, easy dessert recipe, or indulgent snack, this one’s a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup light brown sugar, packed
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips
1 cup mini marshmallows
Extra mini marshmallows for topping
Optional crushed peppermint or sea salt for garnish
Instructions
1. Cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy using a mixer.
2. Add eggs one at a time, beating after each, then mix in vanilla.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
5. Fold in chocolate chips and 1 cup mini marshmallows.
6. Cover dough and chill for 30 minutes.
7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment.
8. Scoop dough into balls (about 2 tablespoons each) and place 2 inches apart.
9. Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are set and centers are soft.
10. Optionally, add marshmallows after baking and return to oven for 1–2 minutes or torch them.
11. Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then move to wire rack.
Notes
Chill the dough for thicker, fudgier cookies and to prevent excessive spreading.
For extra gooeyness, add marshmallows mid-bake or torch them after baking.
Customize with crushed peppermint or caramel bits for a fun twist.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg