These Hot Cocoa Cookies with Marshmallow Centers are a delightful treat perfect for the holiday season. Combining the rich flavors of chocolate and marshmallow, they make an excellent addition to your Christmas cookies lineup.
This recipe is simple to follow and results in soft, chewy cookies that are sure to please both kids and adults alike. The marshmallow center adds a fun surprise that enhances the classic hot cocoa experience.
Delicious Hot Cocoa Cookies with Marshmallow Centers
These cookies feature a chocolate dough that encases a gooey marshmallow center, reminiscent of a warm cup of hot cocoa. The recipe yields about 24 cookies and takes approximately 30 minutes from start to finish.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 24 mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream the Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Form the Cookies: Scoop out about 1 tablespoon of dough and flatten it in your palm. Place a mini marshmallow in the center and wrap the dough around it, rolling it into a ball. Place the cookie balls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set. The marshmallows will puff up during baking.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Optionally, drizzle melted chocolate over the cooled cookies for an extra treat.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 24 cookies
- Calories: 150kcal
- Fat: 7g
- Protein: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
