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Miniature Hot Chocolate Cookies

These Miniature Hot Chocolate Cookies are a cozy winter treat! Packed with rich chocolate and topped with mini marshmallows, they're irresistible!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tablespoons Unsalted Butter room temperature
  • 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips reserve some for topping
  • 1/3 cup Brown Sugar plus 1 heaping tablespoon
  • 1 Large Egg
  • 3/4 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 tablespoon Cocoa Powder plus 1 teaspoon
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon Salt
  • 24 Mini Marshmallows
  • Finely Chopped Chocolate optional for topping

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Baking Sheet
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the unsalted butter and semi-sweet chocolate chips. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until melted and smooth. Allow to cool slightly.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the melted chocolate mixture, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a spatula until just combined.
  6. Gently fold in the remaining chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  7. Scoop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  8. Press a mini marshmallow into the center of each cookie dough ball. Optionally, sprinkle with finely chopped chocolate.
  9. Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers are slightly soft.
  10. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
  • Freeze cookies for up to 3 months, layered with parchment paper.
  • Experiment with different types of chocolate for unique flavors.