Hot Chocolate Cookies

Table of Contents

1. Hot Chocolate Cookies Ingredients
2. Substitutions And Additions
3. How To Make This Hot Chocolate Cookies Recipe
4. How To Serve
5. Storage
6. Why We Love This Recipe
7. Frequently Asked Questions
8. More Recipes You’ll Love
9. JUMP TO RECIPE

If you’re craving a decadent cookie that satisfies your sweet tooth, our recipe will help you make the best hot chocolate cookies. This easy-to-make dessert will delight with its puffy, chocolatey inside and caramelized marshmallow tops.

Hot Chocolate Cookies Ingredients

These hot chocolate cookies offer a delightful blend of rich flavors.

Key ingredients like chocolate chips, chocolate chunks, and brown sugar create a balance of intense chocolate richness and warm caramel undertones.

The addition of marshmallow halves adds a gooey, toasty surprise reminiscent of marshmallow-topped hot cocoa.

You’ll need:

• ½ cup of unsalted butter
• 1½ cups of semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1¼ cups of light brown sugar, packed
• 3 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract
• 1½ cups of all-purpose flour
• ¼ cup of unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1½ teaspoons of baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon of salt
• 1 cup of dark chocolate chunks
• 15 large marshmallows, cut into halves

Substitutions And Additions

EGGS: If you’re looking to substitute an egg, use a quarter cup (approximately 65 grams) of applesauce or a quarter cup of pureed bananas. 

CHOCOLATE CHIPS: For those looking to put more of their own unique spin on their cookies, try substituting the chocolate chips with butterscotch chips!

COCOA POWDER: Experiment with different cocoa powders, such as Dutch-processed or dark cocoa powder, to intensify the chocolate flavor.

Dutch-processed cocoa offers a milder, smoother taste, while dark cocoa powder contributes a deeper, bolder chocolate essence.

CHOCOLATE CHUNKS: Get creative with the chocolate chunks by using flavored or specialty chocolate bars, like mint-infused dark chocolate or orange zest chocolate.

This substitution can add a unique twist to your cookies without affecting the baking process.

MARSHMALLOWS: While the recipe calls for traditional marshmallows, personalize your cookies by using flavored marshmallows, like peppermint or caramel swirl.

These variations can infuse your cookies with a delightful hint of additional flavors, making them even more enticing.

How To Make This Hot Chocolate Cookies Recipe

The dough comes together quickly before you add a gooey marshmallow and chocolate chunks on top of each of your baked cookies.

STEP ONE: In a medium microwave-safe bowl, melt together the butter and semi-sweet chocolate chips.

Stir at 30-second intervals until melted. You’ll want this melted but not hot.

Let cool for five minutes. 

STEP TWO: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the chocolate mixture, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract.

Beat until smooth, about two to three minutes. 

STEP THREE: In a separate bowl, stir together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.

Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and beat just until mixed.

Don’t over-mix. Cover the mixing bowl with food-safe wrap and place in the fridge for one hour. 

STEP FOUR: Line three baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats. You’ll want to bake just one tray at a time. 

STEP FIVE: Scoop two tablespoon-sized balls of cookie dough and place them two inches apart on the baking sheets.

Slightly press down the tops of each cookie ball.

STEP SIX: Preheat the oven to 325°F. Bake one tray at a time for about ten minutes each. The tops should be slightly set. 

STEP SEVEN: Remove from the oven and place three to four chunks of dark chocolate on each cookie.

Press down slightly, but don’t press all the way to the bottom of the cookie. 

STEP EIGHT: Place a half marshmallow on the top of each cookie, placing the cut side up. 

STEP NINE: Bake for an additional three minutes. Remove from oven and set aside for now. Repeat the steps with other baking sheets. 

STEP TEN: When all the cookies are baked and out of the oven, turn the oven up to broil.

Place one cookie sheet at a time into the oven for about 20 to 30 seconds to brown the tops of the marshmallows. 

How To Serve

Enjoying a hot chocolate cookie with the classic glass of milk is one option, but how about taking these to the next level?

Serve them warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

For a fun twist, make cookie ice cream sandwiches using these hot chocolate cookies.

Simply spread a generous scoop of ice cream between two cookies, then roll the edges in mini chocolate chips or crushed nuts for added texture.

For another magical treat sure to delight your kids, try making our hot chocolate bombs.

You can also satisfy that marshmallow craving with ooey-gooey s’mores bites.

Storage

If you want to keep some of these warm chocolate sweets for another day, they’re, fortunately, quite easy to store.

MAKE AHEAD: If you want to plan ahead or simply have cookie dough ready to bake at a moment’s notice, you can prepare the cookie dough in advance.

After making the dough, shape it into individual cookie-sized portions and place them on a baking sheet.

Freeze the dough until solid, then transfer the cookie dough balls into a resealable plastic bag or an airtight container. Label the container with the date.

When you’re ready to bake, simply preheat your oven and bake the frozen cookie dough, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time if needed.

ON THE COUNTER: The cookies will last for about three to four days on the counter.

IN THE FRIDGE: They can be stored in the refrigerator in a sealed food storage container for a week.

IN THE FREEZER: The marshmallow on top of these won’t thaw well, so we recommend you don’t freeze them.

However, you can freeze the unbaked dough in an airtight container or Ziploc bag for up to four months.

Why We Love This Recipe

CHOCOLATEY GOODNESS: These cookies are a chocolate lover’s dream come true! With a generous dose of chocolate chips, cocoa powder, and dark chocolate chunks, they deliver an intensely chocolatey flavor in every bite.

MARSHMALLOW SURPRISE: The addition of halved marshmallows takes these cookies to the next level. When baked, they transform into gooey, toasty pockets.

PERFECT CHEWY TEXTURE: These cookies are expertly crafted to achieve that sought-after chewy, soft center with slightly crispy edges.

These chocolatey hot chocolate cookies will make your house smell amazing and taste as good as warm hot chocolate on a cold night. Soft, chewy cookies with a crispy shell and broiled marshmallow will be a hit with the whole family.

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