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Hot Chocolate Cookies

Indulgent Hot Chocolate Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth

These hot chocolate cookies blend chewy goodness with the delight of hot cocoa, perfect for winter gatherings or cozy nights.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • ½ cup Butter Softened; can substitute with coconut oil for dairy-free
  • ½ cup Sugar Can use brown sugar for deeper flavor
  • ½ cup Brown Sugar Can substitute with an equal amount of white sugar
  • 1 large Egg Or substitute with flaxseed meal mixed with water for vegan
  • 2 tablespoons Milk Can substitute with almond milk or oat milk
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Can substitute with almond extract
  • 1 cup All-purpose Flour Can replace with a gluten-free flour blend
  • ¼ cup Powdered Hot Cocoa Mix Opt for sugar-free version if desired
  • ¼ cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Dutch-processed provides deeper flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure it's fresh for optimal results
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt Using kosher salt allows better control
  • ½ cup Marshmallow Bits Substitute with mini chocolate chips if unavailable
  • ½ cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Dark chocolate chips can be used for less sweetness
Optional Mix-ins
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adds warmth and depth
  • ¼ teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Gives a surprising spicy kick
  • ½ cup White Chocolate Chips For a delightful twist on flavor

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together the softened butter, sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add the egg, milk, and vanilla to the creamed mixture and mix until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa mix, unsweetened cocoa, baking soda, and salt, then gradually add to wet mixture.
  5. Fold in marshmallow bits and chocolate chips with a spatula until evenly distributed.
  6. Scoop dough onto prepared sheets 2 inches apart, approximately 12-16 cookies.
  7. Bake for 8-10 minutes; the edges should be set but centers soft.
  8. Press extra marshmallow bits and chocolate chips onto warm cookies right after baking.
  9. Cool cookies on sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill the dough for up to 36 hours for deeper flavor, and experiment with spices for personal flair.

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