Description

These irresistible Hot Chocolate Cookies deliver all the cozy comfort of your favorite warm drink in a delightful, chewy cookie form. Loaded with rich cocoa and pockets of gooey, melted mini marshmallows, they’re perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

Scale

1/2 cup (113g) butter, softened
1/2 cup (95g) shortening
1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract
2 1/4 cups (270g) all-purpose flour
1/2 cup (48g) unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon (5g) baking soda
1/2 teaspoon (3g) salt
1 cup (150g) hot chocolate mix (powder)
1/2 cup (25g) mini marshmallows

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, shortening, and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes using an electric mixer.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, making sure each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, and hot chocolate mix until evenly combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix. Gently fold in the mini marshmallows using a spatula.
Drop spoonfuls of dough (about 2 tablespoons each) onto a non-greased baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie for spreading. If the dough feels too soft, chill it for 15–30 minutes for best results.
Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the edges are set and the centers still look slightly soft. The marshmallows should be melted and gooey.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For extra fudgy cookies, use a good quality unsweetened cocoa powder.
Don’t overbake! These cookies are best when slightly soft in the center.
Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-4 days.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Calories: 182 kcal
Sodium: 50mg
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 15mg

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