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Hot Cocoa Cookies

Hot Cocoa Cookies

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Hot cocoa cookies recipe Easy delicious cookies

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows
  • 1 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  • Stir in the chocolate chips.
  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes.
  • Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers are still slightly soft.
  • Remove from oven and gently press mini marshmallows into the tops of the cookies.
  • Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

These Hot Cocoa Cookies are not just cookies; they’re edible nostalgia, a sweet escape into childhood memories, and the perfect treat to share all winter long. This recipe brings the comforting taste of hot cocoa into a soft, chewy cookie, perfect for the holiday season.