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Surprise Hot Cocoa Cookies

Delight in the rich flavors of hot cocoa with these soft cookies, featuring a gooey marshmallow center that warms the heart.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows or large marshmallows cut into quarters

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just a few swirls of flour remain.
  6. Gently fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
Assembly and Baking
  1. Using a cookie scoop, take a generous amount of dough, flatten it slightly, and place 1 or 2 mini marshmallows in the center.
  2. Seal the dough back around the marshmallow and place the filled cookies on the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
  3. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges feel set but the centers remain soft.
Cooling
  1. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For dairy-free options, substitute vegan butter and dairy-free chocolate chips. Watch baking time closely as ovens vary. Avoid skipping the cooling process to prevent flat cookies.