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Marshmallow-Surprise Hot Cocoa Cookies

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3. Step-by-Step Visual Guide

In Part 3 of making Marshmallow-Surprise Hot Cocoa Cookies, let’s walk through the hands-on cooking technique so your texture turns out restaurant-worthy at home.

Marshmallow-Surprise Hot Cocoa Cookies — Step-by-Step Visual Guide (Page 3)
Step-by-Step Kitchen Technique: Cooking Marshmallow-Surprise Hot Cocoa Cookies · @recipestokitchen
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Start by creaming the butter and sugars until fluffy—this is where the cookies get their chew. Add the eggs and vanilla, then mix in the dry ingredients just until combined. The dough will be thick and slightly sticky, which is perfect for wrapping around the marshmallows.

Here’s the fun part: take a small scoop of dough, flatten it, and nestle a marshmallow in the middle. Gently press the dough around it, making sure there are no cracks, then roll it into a smooth ball. This step is key—if the marshmallow peeks through, it’ll melt out and create a crispy, sugary mess on the pan. Bake just until the edges set, and let them cool on the sheet for a few minutes so the marshmallow can set a bit before you move them.

Head to Page 4 for my Make-Ahead, Storage & Reheating Tips plus what to serve alongside this dish!

Marshmallow-Surprise Hot Cocoa Cookies
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Marshmallow-Surprise Hot Cocoa Cookies

These Marshmallow-Surprise Hot Cocoa Cookies are a cozy twist on classic chocolate cookies, with a soft, fudgy center and a gooey marshmallow surprise in every bite. The combination of rich cocoa and melted marshmallow creates that nostalgic hot cocoa flavor, making them an instant family favorite.

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Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time10 mins
Total Time30 mins
Servings24 cookies
CourseDessert
Calories210 kcal

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🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips if using.
  4. Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough, flatten it slightly in your palm, and place a mini marshmallow in the center. Wrap the dough around the marshmallow, sealing it completely, and roll into a ball. Place on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  5. Bake for 9-11 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers still look slightly soft. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

👩🍳 Chef Elena’s Kitchen Notes & Storage

Make sure the marshmallows are fully sealed inside the dough, or they'll leak out and create a sticky mess. Store these cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days, or freeze the baked cookies for up to 3 months—just thaw and enjoy!

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Estimated Nutrition (Per Serving):
Calories: 210 kcalProtein: 3gCarbs: 32gFat: 9gFiber: 1g
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Chef Elena Rossi

Ciao, I'm Elena! Trained in Florence and based in Chicago, I founded RecipesTo Kitchen (and our @recipestokitchen Pinterest community of 296,580+ monthly home cooks) to share foolproof weeknight dinners, cozy one-pot pastas, and bakery-style desserts that work on the very first try.