Indulge in the comforting embrace of these Hot Chocolate Cookies, a treat that captures the essence of a cozy cup of hot cocoa in cookie form. Infused with rich cocoa and studded with chocolate chips, each cookie is topped with a soft marshmallow and a drizzle of melted dark chocolate, creating a delightful treat perfect for soothing the soul.
Why You'll Love This: These cookies blend the deep, rich flavor of dark chocolate with the light, airy texture of marshmallows, offering a contrast that's both pleasing to the palate and delightful to the senses. The addition of cream cheese to the dough imparts a slight tanginess that complements the sweetness of the sugars and the bitterness of the cocoa, making each bite complex and irresistible.
Perfect Occasion: These cookies are ideal for holiday gatherings, cozy winter evenings, or any time you crave a sweet treat that brings comfort and joy. They are also perfect for sharing at school events or as a thoughtful homemade gift.
Decoration Tips: For an extra touch of elegance, sprinkle a little sea salt or cocoa powder on top of the melted chocolate before it sets. You can also use a mix of white and dark chocolate chips in the batter to add visual interest and vary the chocolate flavor.
Ingredients:
- For the Cookies:
- 113g unsalted butter, room temperature
- 113g cream cheese, room temperature
- 200g granulated sugar
- 50g (approximately 1) egg, room temperature
- 190g all-purpose flour
- 20g unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 100g chocolate chips
- Extras:
- 8 large marshmallows
- 50g dark chocolate (50%-60% cocoa)
Recipe:
- Prepare the Dough:
- In a bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder.
- In another bowl, beat the butter, cream at high speed until creamy and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
- Add the egg and continue beating until fully incorporated.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until a sticky dough forms.
- Stir in the chocolate chips.
- Chill:
- Spread the dough in a wide dish and smooth the top. Refrigerate for at least one hour to firm up.
- Baking:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Form the dough into 50g balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spaced about 1.2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10 minutes.
- Add Marshmallows:
- Cut the marshmallows in half.
- Press half a marshmallow into the center of each cookie and return to the oven for 2 more minutes.
- Finish and Cool:
- Remove the cookies from the oven and use a cookie cutter or glass to refine their shape with circular motions. Let them cool completely on the baking sheet.
- Decorate:
- Melt the dark chocolate in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each.
- Drizzle the melted chocolate over the marshmallows on each cookie. Allow to set in a cool place or refrigerate.
Tip:
For a heavenly experience, warm the cookies for 20 seconds in the microwave before serving to recreate that "straight from the oven" feel.
Enjoy these luscious Hot Chocolate Cookies, a perfect treat to warm your heart and delight your taste buds!
