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These soft chocolate cookies hide a warm marshmallow in the middle. Kids and grown ups will smile when they bite in. You can pair them with a warm drink or serve them at a party. Try one of my other sweet ideas like blueberry lemon cookies for more fun treats.

why make this recipe

You will love this cookie for its gooey center and deep cocoa taste. The cookie uses simple pantry items. It cooks fast and makes a good gift. If you like rich cookies, also look at blueberry cheesecake swirl cookies for another tasty treat.

how to make Marshmallow-Surprise Hot Cocoa Cookies

Work in simple steps. Mix dry things, beat butter and sugars, add eggs, fold dry mix into wet mix, then hide a marshmallow in each ball of dough. Bake until the edge sets and the middle stays a bit soft. For a different twist, see a warm spice idea like chewy maple cinnamon cookies.

Ingredients :

2 cups all-purpose flour
0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tsp baking soda
0.5 tsp salt
1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
0.75 cup granulated sugar
0.75 cup brown sugar (packed)
2 eggs (large)
2 tsp vanilla extract
0.5 cup mini chocolate chips
24 large marshmallows
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 tbsp heavy cream
1 tbsp butter

You can swap mini chips for other small chips or a fun mix like in cotton candy cookies recipe if you want bright color.

Directions :

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until combined.
In a large bowl, cream softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then mix in vanilla extract.
Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined, then fold in mini chocolate chips.
Scoop cookie dough, flatten in palm, place marshmallow in center, wrap dough around marshmallow and seal edges.
Place wrapped cookies on prepared baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart.
Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers still appear slightly soft.
Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Melt chocolate chips with heavy cream and butter, stirring until smooth, then drizzle over cooled cookies.

how to serve Marshmallow-Surprise Hot Cocoa Cookies

Serve warm so the marshmallow is soft and gooey. Place one or two on a small plate with a glass of milk or a cup of hot cocoa. You can also put a few on a dessert tray for guests to pick.

how to store Marshmallow-Surprise Hot Cocoa Cookies

Let cookies cool fully first. Store them in an airtight box at room temp for up to 3 days. To keep them soft, add a slice of bread in the box for one day. For longer life, freeze the baked cookies in a sealed bag for up to 1 month. Thaw on the counter before serving.

tips to make Marshmallow-Surprise Hot Cocoa Cookies

Use room temp butter so you can cream it well.
Do not overmix after you add the flour. Mix just till it joins.
Seal the dough around the marshmallow well so it does not leak.
Bake until the edge looks set but the center is still soft. They finish while they cool.
For fun color or a new taste try ideas from cotton candy cookies to make a party batch.

variation (if any)

Add a pinch of cinnamon or instant coffee to the dough for a warm note.
Use white chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet for a milder top drizzle.
Use peppermint chips and crushed candy cane on top for a holiday treat.
Make mini cookies with small marshmallows for bite-size sweets.

FAQs

Q: Can I use regular marshmallows instead of large ones?
A: Yes. Use small marshmallows or cut regular to fit. Adjust dough size so the marshmallow is covered.

Q: Do I need to chill the dough?
A: No. You can bake right away. Chilling will make a denser cookie.

Q: Why did my marshmallow melt out?
A: The dough may not have sealed well. Press edges tight around the marshmallow and smooth the seam.

Q: Can I freeze raw dough with marshmallows inside?
A: Yes. Freeze on a tray first, then move to a bag. Bake from frozen; add a few minutes to the bake time.

Q: How do I get a shiny chocolate drizzle?
A: Warm the cream and butter gently, then add chips. Stir until smooth and glossy.

Conclusion

For the original idea and more notes see Marshmallow-Surprise Hot Cocoa Cookies – Sally’s Baking.