Hot Cocoa Cookies
Hot cocoa cookies are the ultimate treat when you want all the cozy flavors of hot chocolate baked into a soft, chewy bite.
If you’ve been craving a cookie recipe that combines gooey chocolate, melty marshmallows, and a touch of nostalgia, this is it.
These cookies taste just like your favorite winter drink. They’re rich, comforting, and perfect for holiday cookie trays or an afternoon pick-me-up with a glass of milk.
How to Make Cocoa Mix Cookies
Be sure to scroll to the bottom of the post for the full printable recipe with complete instructions and ingredients.
- Start by creaming together butter, sugar, and brown sugar, then beat in eggs and vanilla.
- In a separate bowl, whisk flour, hot cocoa mix, salt, baking soda, and baking powder, and mix into the wet ingredients.
- Stir in dark chocolate chips and mini marshmallow bits until combined.
- For an extra gooey look, press a few mini marshmallow bits onto the tops of the cookies right before baking.
- Scoop golf-ball-sized dough balls onto parchment-lined baking sheets and bake until the edges are set and centers lose their shine. These cookies are meant to stay soft and chewy, so don’t over bake.
- Cool completely before serving these gooey, chocolatey cookies.
Yes! Scoop dough balls onto a baking sheet, freeze until firm, then transfer to a freezer bag. Bake straight from frozen, adding 1–2 extra minutes to the bake time.
Regular marshmallows tend to melt into a mess, so dehydrated mini bits work best for this recipe.
Yes! It’s a simple way to add rich chocolate flavor with a hint of sweetness.
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Kraft Jet-Puffed Mallow Bits Vanilla Flavor Marshmallows, 3 Ounce (Pack of 2) with Portion Control Scoop
Here are more cozy and festive treats you’ll love exploring alongside these cookies:
- Warm up the season with these comforting Christmas Hot Chocolate Recipes that everyone will enjoy.
- If you’re planning a festive gathering, don’t miss these Holiday Cookie Exchange Ideas for inspiration.
- Pair your cookies with a creamy and delicious Hot Cocoa Dip that’s perfect for parties.
- Bake a batch of decadent Hot Cocoa Cupcakes for another fun twist on the classic drink.
- Be sure to check out my post on How to Keep Cookies Fresh so your homemade treats stay soft, chewy, and delicious for days.
Hot Cocoa Cookies Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 c unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup sugar
- ⅔ c brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 t vanilla
- 3 ½ c all purpose flour
- 1 c hot cocoa drink mix
- 1 t salt
- 1 t baking soda
- 2 t baking powder
- 1 c dark chocolate chips
- 1 c mini dehydrated marshmallow bits
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Line your baking sheet(s) with parchment and set aside.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the softened butter, sugar and brown sugar.
- Cream butter mixture until smooth.
- Add in the eggs and vanilla and mix well.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, hot cocoa mix, salt, baking soda, and baking powder.
- Add to wet ingredients. Switch to the paddle attachment and mix the dry ingredients thoroughly.
- Add in the chocolate chips and the marshmallows into the flour mixture. Mix well. If your mixer is struggling, mix by hand until the chips and marshmallows are thoroughly combined.
- Scoop out golf-ball sized cookie dough balls and place on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake cookies for about 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set and the center is no longer shiny. Allow to cool completely.
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