Warm and Gooey Hot Chocolate Cookies: A Fudgy Delight Packed with Marshmallows and Love
Indulge in the ultimate comfort treat with these Hot Chocolate Cookies. Soft, fudgy, and irresistibly gooey, these cookies capture the essence of a cozy hot chocolate in a delightful baked form. Each cookie is loaded with chocolate chips and mini marshmallows, offering a melt-in-your-mouth experience that’s both chocolaty and satisfying.
Why You’ll Love This:
These cookies are a chocolate lover’s dream, combining the rich, deep flavors of cocoa with the sweet, melty goodness of marshmallows. The texture is perfectly balanced between soft and chewy, making them a delightful snack for any time of day. They’re especially wonderful when warm, providing a comforting, chocolatey hug with every bite.
Perfect Occasion:
Hot Chocolate Cookies are perfect for chilly evenings, holiday gatherings, or any time you need a little extra warmth and sweetness. They’re also great for baking with kids, making movie nights more special, or bringing a smile to friends and family as a homemade gift.
Decoration Tips:
For an extra touch of indulgence, drizzle your Hot Chocolate Cookies with melted chocolate or a sprinkle of sea salt after baking. Serve them with a side of whipped cream for dipping, or alongside your favorite warm beverage for a truly cozy experience.
- Ingredients:
- 125 grams salted butter, softened
 - 120 grams caster sugar
 - 60 grams brown sugar
 - 1 egg, room temperature
 - 1-2 teaspoons vanilla extract
 - 200 grams plain flour
 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
 - 40 grams cocoa powder
 - 30 grams mini marshmallows (plus extra for topping)
 - Chocolate chips (as many as you like!)
 
 - Instructions:
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter, caster sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
 - Whisk in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
 - Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, and baking soda, then fold until just combined.
 - Gently fold in the chocolate chips and mini marshmallows.
 - Using 1-2 heaped tablespoons of dough per cookie, roll into balls and place on a lined baking tray. Press a few more chocolate chips into the top of each cookie.
 - Chill the cookie dough balls in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours.
 - Preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F).
 - Bake the cookies for 14-17 minutes, or until they are as fudgy or gooey as you prefer.
 - Fresh out of the oven, carefully press additional mini marshmallows onto the top of each cookie. Return to the oven for 1 minute if you want them slightly melted.
 
 
Enjoy these heavenly Hot Chocolate Cookies, the perfect cozy treat to warm your soul and delight your taste buds!

