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Marshmallow-Surprise Hot Cocoa Cookies

Marshmallow-Surprise Hot Cocoa Cookies

Delight in these Marshmallow-Surprise Hot Cocoa Cookies that blend comforting cocoa flavors with a gooey marshmallow center.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: DESSERTS & TREATS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter softened for easy blending and a rich flavor.
  • ½ cup Granulated Sugar adds sweetness that balances the cocoa.
  • ½ cup Brown Sugar packed for that caramel-like depth of flavor.
  • 1 large Egg at room temperature to help emulsify the dough.
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract enhancing the overall sweetness and aroma.
  • 1 ½ cups All-Purpose Flour giving structure to your cookies.
  • cup Natural Unsweetened Cocoa Powder key for that authentic hot cocoa taste.
  • ¼ cup Dry Hot Cocoa Mix without marshmallows, intensifying the cocoa flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda needed for leavening and a light texture.
  • teaspoon Salt balancing the sweetness of the cookies.
  • 2 teaspoons Milk any kind, for moisture and tenderness in the dough.
For the Marshmallow Filling
  • 10-11 pieces Large Marshmallows halved to create a gooey surprise in each cookie.
For the Chocolate Drizzle
  • 8 ounces Semi-Sweet Chocolate finely chopped for easy melting and a rich finish.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Double boiler

Method
 

How to Make Marshmallow-Surprise Hot Cocoa Cookies
  1. Cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a large bowl until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Incorporate the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until everything is well combined to form a smooth and velvety dough.
  3. Whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, hot cocoa mix, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl.
  4. Combine the dry mixture with the wet ingredients. Mix just until incorporated, then stir in the milk.
  5. Chill the dough by covering it and placing it in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
  6. Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. Roll the chilled dough into balls, measuring about 25-26 grams each, and place them on the baking sheets.
  8. Bake the cookies for about 10 minutes, then press a halved marshmallow onto each cookie quickly.
  9. Return the cookies to the oven for an additional 2 minutes to allow the marshmallows to puff.
  10. Cool the cookies on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
  11. Melt the chopped semi-sweet chocolate in a double boiler or microwave until smooth.
  12. Spoon the melted chocolate over each marshmallow top and allow it to set for 30-60 minutes.

Nutrition

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

Notes

Keep a close eye on the cookies while baking as oven temperatures can vary. Optionally, drizzle extra chocolate or sprinkle sea salt on top.

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