Description
These Rich Hot Chocolate Cookies with Marshmallow Swirl are a delightful treat combining the deep flavor of cocoa and milk powder with the gooey sweetness of mini marshmallows and chocolate chunks. Perfectly soft with a melty center, these cookies make an indulgent dessert or snack for chocolate lovers.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup Milk Powder
- ½ cup Cocoa Powder
- 1 cup Sugar
- 1½ cups Flour
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
- Pinch of Salt
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup Butter (softened)
- 2 large Eggs
Add-ins
- 1 cup Chocolate Chunks
- 1 cup Mini Marshmallows
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature while you prepare the dough.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, which takes about 2 to 3 minutes. This step is crucial for the cookie’s texture.
- Add Eggs: Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition to incorporate fully into the creamed mixture.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, milk powder, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until evenly combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients. Mix gently until just combined to avoid overworking the dough, which can make the cookies dense.
- Incorporate Chocolate and Marshmallows: Carefully fold in the chocolate chunks and mini marshmallows, distributing them evenly throughout the dough.
- Prepare Baking Sheets and Bake: Drop spoonfuls of the cookie dough onto lined baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes until the edges are set but the centers remain soft.
- Cool Cookies: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, which helps them set further. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Do not overmix the dough once the dry ingredients are added to maintain a tender cookie texture.
- Mini marshmallows add a delightful gooey texture; regular-sized marshmallows can be chopped if needed.
- Use parchment paper or a silicone baking mat for easier cleanup and to prevent sticking.
- For an extra flavor boost, consider adding a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the wet ingredients.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to keep them fresh.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: hot chocolate cookies, marshmallow cookies, chocolate chunk cookies, cocoa cookies, baking dessert, soft cookies
