Description
These Hot Chocolate Cookies are the perfect winter treat, combining the rich flavors of hot cocoa, chocolate chips, and marshmallows into a delicious, chewy cookie. With a hint of chocolate and gooey Mallow Bits, these cookies are perfect for holiday gatherings, cozy afternoons, or a sweet snack any time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ⅔ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 4 packages hot cocoa mix (or ¾ cup hot cocoa mix, not sugar-free)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup Mallow Bits (mini marshmallows are not recommended as they can become sticky)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough:
In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar with a standing mixer until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract. - Combine Dry Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, hot cocoa mix, salt, baking soda, and baking powder. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, beating until well combined. - Add Mix-Ins:
Stir in the chocolate chips and Mallow Bits. Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 24 hours for better flavor and texture. - Bake the Cookies:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with silicone baking mats or parchment paper. Scoop about 2 tablespoons of dough for each cookie and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned. - Cool and Serve:
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm or store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Notes
- Chilling the dough is essential for the best texture and flavor, but you can also bake the cookies immediately if you’re in a rush.
- Use Mallow Bits instead of mini marshmallows to avoid the marshmallows melting into a sticky mess.
- Store leftover cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 9-10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg