Rich Hot Chocolate Cookies with Marshmallow Swirl Recipe
These Rich Hot Chocolate Cookies with Marshmallow Swirl are a decadent treat combining the deep flavors of cocoa and milk powder with gooey mini marshmallows and melty chocolate chunks. Perfectly soft and chewy with a hint of cinnamon, these cookies are an indulgent dessert or snack that chocolate lovers will adore.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup Milk Powder
- ½ cup Cocoa Powder
- 1½ cups Flour
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
- Pinch of Salt
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup Butter (softened)
- 1 cup Sugar
- 2 large Eggs
Add-ins
- 1 cup Chocolate Chunks
- 1 cup Mini Marshmallows
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature before baking the cookies.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which should take about 2-3 minutes. This step is key for achieving a tender cookie texture.
- Add Eggs: Beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. This helps create a smooth batter.
- 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 Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed butter, sugar, and eggs mixture. Stir gently until just combined to avoid overmixing, which can make cookies tough.
- Fold in Chocolate and Marshmallows: Carefully fold in the chocolate chunks and mini marshmallows, distributing them evenly throughout the dough.
- Scoop Dough onto Baking Sheets: Drop spoonfuls of the cookie dough onto baking sheets lined with parchment paper or silicone mats, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie to allow spreading.
- Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are set but still soft in the center.
- Cool Cookies: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. This prevents breakage and helps them firm up.
Notes
- Use softened butter rather than melted butter to achieve the best dough consistency.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep cookies tender and chewy.
- For even baking, rotate your baking tray halfway through the baking time if your oven heats unevenly.
- Mini marshmallows work best as they melt into the cookies without overwhelming the dough.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness and softness for up to 5 days.
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