There’s nothing cozier than the warm, indulgent flavors of hot chocolate—but what if you could have it in cookie form? Hot Chocolate Cookies are the perfect winter treat, capturing the rich, chocolatey goodness of your favorite drink in a soft, chewy cookie. With gooey marshmallow bits and a hint of cocoa, these cookies will make you feel like you’re sipping a mug of hot chocolate by the fire.
What sets these cookies apart is their ability to bring together the best of both worlds: the comforting taste of hot chocolate and the decadent joy of a homemade cookie.
Whether you’re hosting a holiday gathering or simply craving a sweet moment of bliss, these cookies deliver every time. Pair them with Snowball Cookies for a festive cookie platter, or scoop some Vanilla Ice Cream alongside for an extra indulgent dessert.
What’s So Great About This Dish?
- Hot chocolate in a cookie: All the comforting flavors of cocoa, marshmallows, and chocolate chips in a handheld treat.
- Perfect for sharing: These cookies are a hit at holiday parties and cookie swaps.
- Easy to customize: Add peppermint chips or drizzle caramel for your own spin.
- Chewy and gooey: The marshmallows melt into pockets of gooey delight.
- Ideal for cozy moments: Enjoy them with your favorite winter beverage or as an afternoon pick-me-up.
Serve up these Hot Chocolate Cookies this holiday season, and watch them become the star of your dessert table!
Hot Chocolate Cookies Recipe
Equipment
- Stand mixer with paddle attachment or electric hand mixer
- Large mixing bowl
- Medium bowl for dry ingredients
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Baking sheets
- Parchment paper
- Whisk
- Spatula
- Spring-loaded cookie scoop (1 ½ tablespoons)
Ingredients
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour 180g
- ½ cup hot cocoa mix 3 to 4 packets
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¾ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- ½ cup light brown sugar 110g
- ½ cup granulated sugar 100g
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ⅔ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 12 large marshmallows cut in half or 36 mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, hot cocoa mix, salt, baking powder, and baking soda.
- Cream butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy using a mixer. Add the egg and vanilla, mixing well.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients on low speed until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
- Scoop dough into 1½-tablespoon-sized balls and place 2 inches apart on baking sheets.
- Bake one sheet at a time for 9 minutes, remove from oven, and place marshmallows (1 large halved or 3 mini) on top of each cookie.
- Return to the oven for 2 minutes until marshmallows are soft and slightly puffed.
Nutrition Facts:
| Nutrition | Value |
|---|---|
| Calories | 150 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 22g |
| Sodium | 90mg |
| Fat | 6g |
| Protein | 2g |
| Sugar | 14g |
