Description
These Hot Chocolate Cookies are the perfect winter indulgence. Packed with rich hot cocoa mix, gooey chocolate chips, and Mallow Bits for an extra marshmallowy twist, they are a must-have for cozy days and holiday treats. These cookies are easy to make, and their chewy texture will warm you up from the inside out.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2/3 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 packets hot cocoa mix (or 3/4 cup; not sugar-free)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup Mallow Bits (mini marshmallows are not recommended)
Instructions
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk flour, hot cocoa mix, salt, baking soda, and baking powder. Gradually add to wet ingredients and mix until blended.
- Add Mix-Ins: Stir in chocolate chips and Mallow Bits until evenly distributed.
- Chill the Dough: Cover the dough and chill for at least 30 minutes (up to 24 hours).
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Shape and Bake: Drop 2-tablespoon portions onto the sheets, spacing 2 inches apart. Bake for 9–11 minutes, until edges are lightly browned.
- Cool and Serve: Let cookies cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheets before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
- Freeze dough for up to 3 months; bake directly from frozen with an extra 1-2 minutes.
- Reheat cookies by microwaving for 10-15 seconds or warming in the oven at 300°F for a few minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Chilling Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
