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Perfect Hot Chocolate Cookies with Gooey Marshmallow Filling

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Soft and chewy chocolate cookies with a gooey marshmallow center, capturing the cozy magic of hot chocolate in every bite.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (preferably Dutch-processed)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips, melted
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
  6. Stir in the melted chocolate chips until the dough is rich and chocolatey.
  7. Take one marshmallow and flatten it slightly by hand.
  8. Scoop about 2 tablespoons of dough and flatten it slightly in your hand. Place a marshmallow in the center, then wrap and seal the dough around it completely to form a ball.
  9. Place the cookie dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each one.
  10. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges look set but the centers are soft.
  11. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack. Enjoy warm for maximum gooeyness!

Notes

[‘Don’t overmix the dough to avoid tough cookies.’, ‘Ensure butter and eggs are at room temperature for better texture.’, ‘Completely seal the marshmallow with dough to prevent leakage during baking.’, ‘Chill the dough for 20-30 minutes if your kitchen is warm to help the cookies hold their shape.’, ‘Cookies should look slightly underbaked in the center when removed from the oven; they will firm up as they cool.’]

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Keywords: hot chocolate cookies, marshmallow filling, chocolate cookies, dessert, holiday cookies, kid-friendly cookies

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