How to Make Hot Chocolate Marshmallow Cookies

Nothing beats a cozy mug of hot chocolate on a chilly day—except maybe turning that flavor into a cookie. Hot chocolate marshmallow cookies combine rich cocoa, gooey marshmallows, and melty chocolate chunks for the perfect winter treat. Here’s how you can make them at home.

Ingredients

For about 20 cookies:

• 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)

• 1 cup brown sugar

• ½ cup white sugar

• 2 large eggs

• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

• 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour

• ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

• 1 teaspoon baking soda

• ½ teaspoon salt

• 1 cup chocolate chips or chunks

• 1 cup mini marshmallows

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat and Prepare

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line two baking trays with parchment paper.

Step 2: Mix the Wet Ingredients

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.

Step 3: Combine Dry Ingredients

In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry mix to the wet mixture, stirring until fully combined.

Step 4: Add Chocolate

Fold in the chocolate chips or chunks. The more, the better—this is hot chocolate in cookie form, after all.

Step 5: Shape the Cookies

Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto your baking trays, leaving some space between each. Flatten them slightly with your fingers.

Step 6: Add Marshmallows

Gently press 2–3 mini marshmallows into the center of each cookie.

Step 7: Bake

Bake for 9–11 minutes, just until the edges are firm but the centers are soft. Be careful not to overbake—these cookies are best when a little gooey.

Step 8: Cool and Serve

Let the cookies cool on the tray for a few minutes before transferring to a rack. Serve warm with a cup of milk or hot cocoa for the ultimate cozy combo.

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Tips for the Best Hot Chocolate Cookies

• Extra gooey? Add a few marshmallows halfway through baking so they melt but don’t burn.

• Want more chocolate flavor? Mix in chopped milk chocolate or drizzle melted chocolate on top after baking.

• Make-ahead option: You can chill the dough for up to 24 hours to deepen the flavor before baking.

Final Thoughts

Hot chocolate marshmallow cookies are the perfect comfort dessert, soft, rich, and loaded with nostalgic flavor. Whether you make them for a party, a holiday treat, or a quiet night in, these cookies will always hit the sweet spot.