Description
If a cozy mug of hot chocolate magically turned into a cookie, this would be it. These Hot Chocolate Cookies are fudgy, rich, and loaded with gooey marshmallows that melt into the dough just enough to give every bite a burst of sweetness. The edges are slightly crisp, while the centers stay irresistibly soft and chewy—just like a perfect cup of cocoa in cookie form. Perfect for a quick dessert, holiday tray, or cozy winter snack, this easy recipe is a must-try for chocolate lovers looking for fun cookie ideas.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup hot cocoa mix
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 1/2 cups mini marshmallows
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract until fully combined.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, hot cocoa mix, baking soda, and salt.
4. Slowly mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
5. Fold in chocolate chips and mini marshmallows gently without overmixing.
6. Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes to prevent excessive spreading.
7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
8. Scoop dough onto baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
9. Bake for 9–11 minutes, until edges are set but centers are soft.
10. Cool on the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Chilling the dough helps achieve a thicker, chewier cookie.
Use a cookie scoop for evenly sized cookies.
Swap marshmallows with peppermint chunks for a festive twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: hot chocolate cookies, marshmallow cookies, winter dessert, holiday cookies, easy cookie recipe