Hot Cocoa Cookies are a delicious treat that combines the flavors of hot cocoa, chocolate chips, marshmallows, and cookies into a delightful cookie form. These cookies are perfect for enjoying on a cold winter day or as a sweet treat any time of the year.
Ingredients: 1 cup 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened. 1 cup granulated sugar. 2 large eggs. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. 2 cups all-purpose flour. 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder. 1 packet about 1.25 ounces hot cocoa mix. 1 teaspoon baking soda. 1/2 teaspoon salt. 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips. 1 cup mini marshmallows. 1/2 cup crushed chocolate sandwich cookies like Oreo.
Instructions: Preheat your oven to 350F 175C. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, hot cocoa mix, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in the semisweet chocolate chips, mini marshmallows, and crushed chocolate sandwich cookies. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still slightly soft. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely. Enjoy these delightful hot cocoa cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite hot cocoa! Store any leftovers in an airtight container to keep them fresh.