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Marshmallow-Surprise Hot Cocoa Cookies

These Marshmallow-Surprise Hot Cocoa Cookies are soft, chewy, and filled with a gooey marshmallow center. Perfect for cozy winter nights, holiday baking, or a chocolatey treat with a surprise inside.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Baking
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp instant espresso powder optional
  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
  • 8–10 mini marshmallows or marshmallow fluff

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk or electric mixer
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Wire cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, and espresso powder if using.
  3. Cream butter with granulated and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in egg and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet until soft dough forms. Fold in chocolate chips.
  6. Flatten a portion of dough, place marshmallow(s) in center, wrap dough around to seal, and shape into balls. Place on baking sheet.
  7. Bake 10–12 minutes until edges set. Do not overbake.
  8. Cool on tray 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack. Serve warm.

Notes

Add peppermint extract for a holiday twist or extra chocolate drizzle for decadent treats. Freeze dough for quick fresh-baked cookies anytime.