Marshmallow Hot Cocoa Surprise Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup brown sugar packed
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 20 –24 large marshmallows halved
Instructions
- Cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla.
- Whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and mix just until combined.
- Cover dough and chill for 30–45 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment.
- Scoop about 2 tablespoons of dough, flatten slightly, place half a marshmallow in the center, and seal dough completely around it.
- Place cookies 2–3 inches apart on baking sheets.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are set and centers are soft.
- Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
• Seal dough fully around marshmallow to prevent leaks.
• Do not overbake or marshmallow centers will harden.
• Large marshmallows work best for a visible surprise center.
• Do not overbake or marshmallow centers will harden.
• Large marshmallows work best for a visible surprise center.