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Marshmallow Hot Cocoa Cookies

Marshmallow Hot Cocoa Cookies for Cozy Winter Munching

Delightful Marshmallow Hot Cocoa Cookies combine rich chocolatey goodness with gooey marshmallow, perfect for holiday baking.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour or whole wheat flour
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder Dutch-processed cocoa can elevate taste
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda ensure it’s fresh
  • 1 pinch salt sea salt recommended
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • ½ cup granulated sugar can substitute with brown sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar light or dark varieties
  • 1 large egg room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure vanilla recommended
  • 1 cup mini chocolate chips can substitute with dark or white chocolate chips
  • 12 large marshmallows or flavored marshmallows
For the Chocolate Drizzle
  • ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or milk chocolate
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream milk can be used as a substitute
  • 1 tablespoon butter clarified for cleaner taste

Equipment

  • electric mixer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheets
  • parchment paper
  • spatula
  • wire rack
  • microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the egg and vanilla until fully incorporated.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix. Fold in mini chocolate chips.
  6. Shape about 2 tablespoons of dough around a marshmallow and seal it completely.
  7. Place shaped cookie balls on baking sheets 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set and centers are slightly soft.
  9. Let cookies cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks.
  10. For the drizzle: Melt chocolate chips, heavy cream, and butter until smooth. Drizzle over cooled cookies.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 75mgPotassium: 70mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Seal marshmallows well in the dough to prevent leaks. Chill dough if sticky for easier handling.

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