Hot Chocolate Cookies Recipe (Soft Chewy & Loaded with Marshmallows!)
These Hot Chocolate Cookies are everything you love about a cozy mug of cocoa—transformed into a soft, chewy cookie. Rich chocolate flavor, hints of cocoa mix, and gooey marshmallows tucked inside make these cookies perfect for holidays, winter gatherings, or anytime you want a comforting chocolate treat.
Ingredients
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10 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
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½ cup light brown sugar, packed
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¾ cup granulated sugar, divided
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
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1 (1-ounce) packet hot chocolate mix
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3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
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½ teaspoon baking soda
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½ teaspoon kosher salt
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120 mini marshmallows
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
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In a large bowl, beat butter, brown sugar, and ½ cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy (2–3 minutes).
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Add egg and vanilla extract. Beat until combined.
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Add flour, hot chocolate mix, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix just until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
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Scoop dough using a 1½–2 tablespoon cookie scoop to make 24 equal portions. Roll into balls and flatten slightly into discs.
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Place 5–6 mini marshmallows in the center of each disc. Wrap dough around marshmallows, sealing completely.
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Roll each ball in remaining ¼ cup granulated sugar to coat.
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Place cookies a few inches apart on prepared baking sheets.
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Bake for 10–12 minutes, until tops crack and marshmallows peek through.
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Cool on wire racks for about 15 minutes before serving.
Notes
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Cookies will look very soft when removed from the oven but firm up as they cool.
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Be sure marshmallows are fully enclosed to prevent excessive melting.
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For extra flavor, add chocolate chips, peppermint bits, or chopped nuts.
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Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
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Freeze baked cookies (wrapped well) for up to 3 months.