Hot Chocolate Cookies

introduction

This cookie is warm, soft, and full of chocolate taste. Kids and grown ups will like it. You can make it with easy things from your kitchen. Try a different cookie like chewy maple cookies if you want a change.

why make this recipe

You make this recipe when you want a rich chocolate treat. The marshmallow makes the cookie soft and fun. You can bake them for a party or a cold night. If you like deep chocolate, try a rich cake like double chocolate cake another time.

how to make Hot Chocolate Cookies

Work in clear steps. Mix wet and dry parts and fold in chips and fluff. Chill a bit if your dough is soft. You can watch how others swirl marshmallow in dough like in cheesecake swirl cookies for an idea.

Ingredients :

• 1 1/2 cups Flour
• 1/2 cup Cocoa Powder
• 1/8 teaspoon Salt
• 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
• 1/2 teaspoon Baking Powder
• 1 stick Butter, room temperature
• 1 Egg
• 1/2 cup Brown Sugar
• 1/2 cup Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 1/2 cup Marshmallow Fluff
• 1/2 cup Chocolate Chips

Directions :

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. In a large bowl, add butter, sugar, and brown sugar. Use a mixer and beat until light and fluffy.
3. Add egg and vanilla. Mix well.
4. Add flour, cocoa, salt, baking soda, and baking powder. Start on low speed and mix until dough forms.
5. Add chocolate chips and mix.
6. Dollop half of the marshmallow fluff and make large swirls in the dough.
7. Use a medium cookie scoop to place dough on a parchment paper lined sheet.
8. Add more marshmallow fluff on top and swirl around.
9. Bake about 15 minutes.
10. Let cool slightly and enjoy!

    

how to serve Hot Chocolate Cookies

Serve warm with milk or hot drink. Place cookies on a small plate. You can add a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a treat. For a fruit side, try a light tart like blueberry lemon cookies make a bright plate.

how to store Hot Chocolate Cookies

Put cooled cookies in an airtight box. Keep them at room heat for 2 to 3 days. For longer life, freeze in a bag for up to 2 months. Thaw at room heat before you eat them.

tips to make Hot Chocolate Cookies

Use room temperature butter for even mix. Do not over bake. The marshmallow will brown if you bake too long. Use a scoop to make the cookies the same size. For a browner butter taste, try a similar bake like brown butter banana bread for detail on browning butter.

variation (if any)

• Add a pinch of instant coffee to deepen the chocolate taste.
• Use white chocolate chips for a sweet contrast.
• Add chopped nuts for a crunch.

FAQs

Q: Can I use cold butter?
A: Cold butter will not mix well. Use room warm butter for a soft dough.

Q: Can I skip the marshmallow?
A: Yes. The cookie will still be chocolate and soft but not gooey in the middle.

Q: How do I keep the swirl in the cookie?
A: Dollop the fluff on top and swirl gently with a spoon. Do not over mix the dough after you add the fluff.

Q: Can I make the dough ahead?
A: Yes. Chill the dough in the fridge for up to 2 days. Bring to room heat before you scoop.

Conclusion

For more ideas and a similar hot chocolate cookie recipe, see this Hot Chocolate Cookies • Love From The Oven.

Hot Chocolate Cookies

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• Author: olivia
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Yield: 24 cookies 1x
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

Warm, soft, and chocolatey cookies with swirls of marshmallow fluff, perfect for kids and adults alike.

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Ingredients

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• 1 1/2 cups Flour
• 1/2 cup Cocoa Powder
• 1/8 teaspoon Salt
• 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
• 1/2 teaspoon Baking Powder
• 1 stick Butter, room temperature
• 1 Egg
• 1/2 cup Brown Sugar
• 1/2 cup Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 1/2 cup Marshmallow Fluff
• 1/2 cup Chocolate Chips

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, add butter, sugar, and brown sugar. Use a mixer and beat until light and fluffy.
3. Add egg and vanilla. Mix well.
4. Add flour, cocoa, salt, baking soda, and baking powder. Start on low speed and mix until dough forms.
5. Add chocolate chips and mix.
6. Dollop half of the marshmallow fluff and make large swirls in the dough.
7. Use a medium cookie scoop to place dough on a parchment paper lined sheet.
8. Add more marshmallow fluff on top and swirl around.
9. Bake about 15 minutes.
10. Let cool slightly and enjoy!

Notes

Use room temperature butter for even mixing. Do not over-bake as the marshmallow can brown.

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 cookie
• Calories: 150
• Sugar: 12g
• Sodium: 75mg
• Fat: 6g
• Saturated Fat: 4g
• Unsaturated Fat: 2g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 22g
• Fiber: 1g
• Protein: 2g
• Cholesterol: 20mg