Description
Soft, chewy, and packed with gooey chocolate and toasted marshmallows, these Hot Chocolate Cookies bring the cozy flavors of your favorite winter drink to the dessert table. This easy recipe is perfect for holiday parties, family baking days, or whenever you’re craving a chocolatey treat. Whether you’re looking for quick breakfast sweets, easy dessert ideas, or winter baking inspiration, these cookies are guaranteed to warm hearts and satisfy cravings.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 1/2 cups mini marshmallows
1/4 cup milk chocolate chips (optional)
Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).
2. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract and mix until smooth.
3. In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
4. Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until combined.
5. Fold in chocolate chips and 1 cup of marshmallows.
6. Cover dough and chill for at least 30 minutes (up to 24 hours).
7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment or silicone mat.
8. Scoop 1.5 to 2 tbsp of dough, roll into balls, place on sheet, and press extra marshmallows and chips on top.
9. Bake for 9–11 minutes until edges are set; centers will remain soft.
10. Let cool 5 minutes on sheet, transfer to rack, and dust with powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
Slightly underbake for gooier centers—cookies set as they cool.
Add a pinch of espresso powder to enhance chocolate flavor.
Use a cookie scoop for uniform baking and professional look.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg