Hot Cocoa Cookies
Hot Cocoa Cookies are a delightful winter treat that combines the rich flavors of hot cocoa with soft, chewy cookie goodness. Each bite is filled with melty chocolate chunks and miniature marshmallows, making these cookies the perfect indulgence for chilly days. Easy to prepare, they are ideal for holiday gatherings or as a cozy snack while curled up at home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: About 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- ⅓ cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until fluffy (about 2 minutes).
- Add egg and vanilla to the butter mixture; beat until smooth.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips and mini marshmallows gently.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized mounds onto prepared sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are firm but centers remain soft. Cool on wire racks before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg