Description
Sweet marshmallow-surprise hot cocoa cookies combine rich chocolate with gooey marshmallow centers. Chocolate lovers will delight in this comforting winter treat that brings warmth and nostalgia to dessert tables.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup (115 g) softened unsalted butter
- 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour
- ½ cup (45 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 12 large marshmallows
- ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (100 g) packed light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ cup (60 ml) milk
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup (85 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tsp coconut oil or vegetable oil
- sprinkles
Instructions
- Prep Station: Position oven racks in middle position and preheat to 350F (175C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Butter Fusion: Cream butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy. Blend in egg and vanilla extract until smooth and homogeneous.
- Dry Element Combination: Whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl. Gently fold dry ingredients into butter mixture, creating a uniform dough.
- Dough Formation: Introduce milk to cookie mixture, stirring until glossy. Drop tablespoon-sized portions onto prepared baking sheets, spacing two inches apart.
- Initial Baking Phase: Bake for eight minutes until edges set but centers remain soft. Delicately press marshmallow halves into cookie centers.
- Final Baking Stage: Return to oven for additional two to three minutes, allowing marshmallows to puff and soften elegantly. Rest cookies on baking sheet for five minutes.
- Cooling Process: Transfer cookies to wire rack, letting them reach complete room temperature.
- Chocolate Embellishment: Melt chocolate chips in microwave with short intervals, stirring to prevent burning. Mix in coconut oil for smooth drizzling consistency.
- Decorative Finish: Once cooled, artfully drizzle melted chocolate across cookie surfaces. Optional: Sprinkle decorative garnishes for visual enhancement.
- Serving Preparation: Allow chocolate drizzle to set for fifteen minutes. Pair with hot cocoa for a delectable seasonal treat.
Notes
- Manage Butter Temperature: Ensure butter is softened but not melted for optimal cookie texture and seamless mixing.
- Control Marshmallow Placement: Gently press marshmallow halves into warm cookies to prevent complete melting while achieving perfect puffiness.
- Monitor Baking Time Carefully: Watch cookies closely during final marshmallow-softening stage to avoid burning or excessive browning.
- Adapt for Dietary Needs: Substitute gluten-free flour blend and dairy-free chocolate for alternative dietary requirements without compromising taste.
- Prep Time: 1012 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 11
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 75 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg