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Cozy Hot Cocoa Cookies

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These cozy hot cocoa cookies are chewy, chocolatey treats with melty chocolate chips and mini marshmallows, perfect for holiday gatherings and cozy nights.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (320g) all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup (25g) instant hot cocoa mix
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup (165g) packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups (270g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup (about 50g) mini marshmallows

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, instant hot cocoa mix, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the softened butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed or folding gently until just combined.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips and mini marshmallows gently to avoid melting the marshmallows.
  7. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop dough balls about 2 inches apart on the baking sheets. Press a few extra marshmallows on top of each cookie for extra gooeyness.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers still look soft. Watch closely after 10 minutes to avoid overbaking.
  9. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Chill dough for 30 minutes to reduce spreading. Add a few marshmallows on top before baking to keep gooey marshmallow pockets visible. Use parchment paper or silicone mats to prevent sticking. Watch baking time carefully to avoid crisp cookies.

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Keywords: hot cocoa cookies, holiday cookies, chocolate cookies, marshmallow cookies, easy cookies, chewy cookies, Christmas treats

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