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Hot Chocolate Cookies – Experience the indulgence of Hot Chocolate Cookies. A twist, on the classic cookie recipe. These cookies are crammed with the savors of cocoa making them excellent for pampering your sweet tooth. They are quick to prepare and irresistibly delicious guaranteeing that they will become a favorite in your dessert collection. The fundamental components for this treat include butter, sugar, hot cocoa mix and a plentiful dose of chocolate chips.

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I can still vividly recall the first time I whipped up a batch of these Hot Chocolate Cookies. The enticing aroma that filled my kitchen was enough to draw my family in anticipation. As the first batch emerged from the oven the gooey chocolate chips and fluffy marshmallows created a symphony that brought delight not to my husband and child but also to everyone who had a taste. This recipe was born out of a desire for comfort and joy quickly becoming an adored tradition in our home.

What makes this Hot Chocolate Cookies truly exceptional?

Hot Chocolate Cookies

What sets these cookies apart is the intake of cocoa mix, which adds a friendly taste to every morsel. The combination of buttery softness the crunchiness from chocolate chips and the gooey pleasure from Mallow Bits creates a texture and taste. With sweetness and just a hint of nostalgia these cookies stand out as exceptional treats, for any occasion.

What You Need To Make This Hot Chocolate Cookies Recipe?

Hot Chocolate Cookies

Butter: Picture the butter as your kitchen’s maestro, orchestrating a symphony of flavors. Softened, it takes the lead, ensuring each note is a rich, buttery crescendo. This isn’t just any fat; it’s the conductor that transforms your cookies into a sweet masterpiece.

Hot Cocoa Mix: Close your eyes and imagine the comfort of a cozy blanket on a chilly day—that’s the role of hot cocoa mix in these cookies. Choose the one that whispers sweet memories and warmth. Steer clear of the sugar-free varieties; we’re going for a snug sweetness here.

Mallow Bits: Meet the dynamic duo – Mallow Bits, the dream team that turns your cookies into a gooey paradise. These little marshmallow wonders bring the sticky, sweet magic. It’s like having tiny cloud companions in every bite. Forget mini marshmallows; they’re the understudies in this theatrical baking production.

Steps To Make Hot Chocolate Cookies:

Hot Chocolate Cookies

Step 1: To begin start by creaming the butter and sugars until they become light and fluffy. Then add in the eggs and vanilla making sure to mix them

Step 2: In a bowl combine the ingredients. Flour hot cocoa mix, salt, baking soda and baking powder. Gradually incorporate this mixture into the butter mixture ensuring that everything is thoroughly blended. Next stir in the chocolate chips and Mallow Bits. For best results cover the dough. Allow it to chill for at least 30 minutes or even, up to 24 hours if you have enough self-control.

Step 3: When you’re ready to bake preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Drop 2 tablespoons of the dough onto baking sheets with a 2-inch gap between each cookie. Bake, for 9 to 11 minutes. Until the edges turn a tempting light brown color. After removing them from the oven let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them onto wire racks to cool completely.

Tip:

Hot Chocolate Cookies

Elevate your Hot Chocolate Cookies game by exercising a bit of patience. After mixing up that heavenly dough, resist the temptation to rush straight to baking. Instead, let it chill in the refrigerator for a minimum of 30 minutes (or, if you can hold out, up to a tantalizing 24 hours).

Why the wait? Chilled dough works wonders. It allows the flavors to mingle and intensify, ensuring a richer taste and a texture that’s nothing short of divine. So, embrace the anticipation, let the dough cool its heels, and prepare for a cookie experience that transcends the ordinary. Your taste buds will thank you for this little act of delicious patience.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Can I use mini marshmallows instead of Mallow Bits?

While mini marshmallows may seem like a good alternative they won’t give you the same perfect gooey texture. It’s best to stick with Mallow Bits for the best results.

Can I make the dough in advance and bake it later?

Definitely! Letting the dough chill for 30 minutes enhances the flavors but you can also refrigerate it for, up to 24 hours for even more depth of flavor.

Can I use any hot cocoa mix for this recipe?

Yes you can use any cocoa mix but it’s recommended to avoid sugar-free versions, for the ideal level of sweetness.

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Hot Chocolate Cookies

Hot Chocolate Cookies

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Indulge, in an adventure with our Hot Chocolate Cookies, where each bite brings together warmth and indulgence in harmony. Imagine this; a buttery softness envelops the dance of cocoa mix weaving a tale of comfort and fond memories. As the sweet aroma fills your kitchen you'll be transported to a sanctuary. The addition of Mallow Bits those marvels of marshmallow goodness creates a gooey symphony that takes these cookies to heights. With the amount of sweetness and a touch of cocoa magic these treats are more, than just cookies; they offer an experience, a moment of pure joy that lingers even after the last crumb is gone. Prepare yourself to make memories and relish the delight of baking our Hot Chocolate Cookies!

Ingredients

  • 1 c butter softened
  • 1 c sugar
  • 2/3 c brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 3 1/4 c all-purpose flour
  • 4 packages hot cocoa mix NOT SUGAR-FREE VERSIONS or 3/4 c hot cocoa mix
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 c chocolate chips
  • 1 c Mallow Bits mini marshmallows do not work the same

Instructions
 

  1. Start by creaming 1 cup of butter, 1 cup of sugar and 2/3 cup of brown sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy. Next add in 2 eggs and 1 teaspoon of vanilla ensuring that everything is well mixed.
  2. In a bowl combine 3 1/4 cups of all-purpose flour, 4 packages of cocoa mix, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of baking soda and 2 teaspoons of baking powder.
  3. Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the butter mixture while stirring to ensure they are well combined. Then gently fold in 1 cup of chocolate chips and an additional cup of Mallow Bits.
  4. Cover the dough. Let it chill for, at least half an hour or up to a full day (24 hours) in the refrigerator.
  5. To begin baking your cookies preheat your oven to a temperature of 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Drop two tablespoons of dough onto your prepared baking sheets. Make sure to space them two inches from one another.
  6. Bake for a duration, between nine to eleven minutes. Until you notice that the edges have turned golden brown. Once baked allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for five minutes before moving them onto wire racks where they can cool down completely.
  7. Now it's time to indulge in these Hot Chocolate Cookies! Enjoy!

Notes

Indulge, in the delight of Hot Chocolate Cookies with a twist! To make these treats without gluten simply replace the flour with your preferred gluten-free flour blend. Make sure to use a gluten-free hot cocoa mix too as some versions may have traces of it. The outcome? A batch of gooey cookies that will satisfy your taste buds proving that gluten-free options can be just as indulgent. Enjoy the comforting realm of Hot Chocolate Cookies now accessible, to everyone!
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