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Hot Chocolate Cookies

Hot Chocolate Cookies
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These Hot Chocolate Cookies are soft, chewy, and filled with your favorite cozy hot chocolate flavors — rich chocolate and gooey marshmallows. They’re quick to make (just 20 minutes from start to finish!), require no chilling time, and bake into the perfect winter or holiday treat. Whether you’re hosting a cookie exchange or just craving something warm and chocolatey, these cookies always hit the spot!

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature

  • ¾ cup packed light brown sugar

  • ¾ cup granulated sugar

  • 2 large eggs

  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour

  • ¾ cup hot chocolate mix (about 4 packets)

  • ¼ cup natural unsweetened cocoa powder

  • 1 teaspoon baking soda

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • 8 ounces (about 1½ cups) semi-sweet chocolate, coarsely chopped — divided

  • 1 cup mini marshmallows — divided

Instructions

1️⃣ Prep

Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C).
Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

2️⃣ Cream Butter & Sugars

Beat butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together on medium speed for about 2 minutes until light and fluffy.
Add eggs and vanilla, mixing until combined.

3️⃣ Combine Dry Ingredients

In a separate bowl, whisk flour, hot chocolate mix, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.

4️⃣ Mix & Fold

Slowly add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
Fold in 1 cup chopped chocolate and ½ cup marshmallows.

5️⃣ Scoop & Bake

Scoop 2 tablespoons of dough per cookie, roll into balls, and place at least 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
Bake 8–10 minutes, until edges are just set (centers will still look soft — that’s perfect!).

6️⃣ Add Gooey Toppings

Cool cookies on the tray for 5 minutes, then gently press remaining chopped chocolate and marshmallows on top while warm.
Transfer to a wire rack to cool fully.

Notes

  • Do not overbake — they should be soft in the center for a fudgy texture.

  • Work quickly when adding marshmallows on top so they melt slightly into the cookie.

  • Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet first to prevent breakage.

  • For the best texture, enjoy them slightly warm — just like real hot chocolate!

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