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Hot Cocoa Cookies

Hot Cocoa Cookies: Cozy Treats for Chilly Days

Indulge in Hot Cocoa Cookies, a comforting dessert featuring fudgy texture and gooey marshmallows, perfect for chilly days.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 12 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup high-quality chocolate melted
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup sugar can use brown sugar for added moisture
  • 2 large eggs can substitute with applesauce for a vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract use pure extract for best flavor
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup cocoa powder can substitute with hot cocoa mix
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder check expiration for effectiveness
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Topping & Icing
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows regular marshmallows cut into pieces can be used
  • 1 cup powdered sugar ensure no lumps for glossy finish
  • 2 tablespoons milk can use any milk or dairy alternative
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • assorted sprinkles optional for decoration

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • double boiler

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Hot Cocoa Cookies
  1. In a large mixing bowl, melt chocolate and butter together, stirring until smooth. Mix in sugar, eggs, and vanilla until glossy.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Gradually fold this dry mixture into the wet ingredients.
  3. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  4. Scoop rounded portions of dough onto a lined baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  5. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set and centers are slightly underbaked.
  6. Immediately place marshmallows on top of each cookie and return to the oven for 2-3 minutes until soft.
  7. Prepare icing by whisking powdered sugar and milk until smooth. Adjust consistency as necessary.
  8. Once cookies cool, drizzle icing over marshmallow-topped cookies and add sprinkles if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. Dough can be frozen for future baking.

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