Description
These indulgent Hot Chocolate Cookies capture the essence of a warm cup of cocoa, featuring a rich chocolate base with gooey marshmallow centers. Perfect for cozy gatherings or as a delightful treat to share.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 pinch salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons whole milk (or 2% or almond milk)
Additional Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsweetened chocolate chips (plus more for topping)
- Marshmallows (for stuffing)
- Chocolate syrup or melted chocolate for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, cornstarch, and salt until well combined.
- Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In another bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the vanilla extract, egg, and milk, mixing until smooth.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until a thick dough forms.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Chill the Dough:
- Cover the dough and refrigerate for 1 hour or freeze for 20 minutes to firm up.
- Preheat the Oven:
- While the dough chills, preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Shape the Cookies:
- After chilling, roll the dough into balls and flatten them slightly.
- Place a piece of chopped marshmallow in the center of each dough ball and wrap the dough around it, ensuring the marshmallow is fully enclosed.
- Place the stuffed dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Top each cookie with additional chocolate chips.
- Freeze Before Baking:
- Freeze the assembled dough balls for an additional 20 minutes to maintain their shape during baking.
- Bake the Cookies:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, or until the edges are set.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional Decoration:
- Once cooled, drizzle the cookies with chocolate syrup or melted chocolate, if desired.
- Allow the drizzle to set before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the marshmallows are fully enclosed within the dough to prevent them from leaking out during baking.
- For a richer flavor, consider using dark chocolate chips or adding a pinch of cinnamon to the dough.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 30 minutes (including chilling time)
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg