- Let me share my favorite winter cookie recipe that tastes just like a mug of hot cocoa! These cookies are pure comfort with their soft chocolatey centers gooey marshmallows and rich chocolate drizzle. Every time I make them they bring back memories of snowy days and warm mugs of cocoa.
Why These Are Pure Magic
- Think about biting into a warm brownie topped with melted marshmallows and chocolate that's what these cookies taste like! They're always the first to disappear at cookie swaps and my kids go crazy when they smell them baking. The secret? Real melted chocolate in the dough.
Everything You'll Need
- For The Cookies: Good flour cocoa powder and the usual suspects.
- The Good Stuff: Real butter eggs and pure vanilla.
- Secret Weapon: Semi sweet chocolate makes these extra rich.
- Gooey Factor: Big marshmallows cut in half.
- Chocolate Drizzle: More butter cocoa and powdered sugar for that perfect finish.
Let's Bake Together
- Chocolate Magic
- First up melt your butter and chocolate together until it's silky smooth. The hardest part? Waiting 15 minutes for it to cool!
- Mix and Chill
- Mix up your dry stuff in one bowl wet in another. Fold in that cooled chocolate mixture then let the dough chill out in the fridge for an hour. Trust me don't skip this step!
- Time to Bake
- Roll little balls of dough pop them in a 325°F oven for 10 minutes. Then comes the fun part top each one with half a marshmallow and back in they go!
- The Finishing Touch
- While they're still warm drizzle that chocolate icing all over. Add some festive sprinkles and try to wait until they set!
My Best Tips
- Want perfect cookies every time? Use a cookie scoop they're worth the investment. Always chill your dough even if you're in a hurry. And let that icing set completely before stacking them or you'll have one big sticky mess!
Keep Em Fresh
- These cookies stay perfect for three days in a sealed container if they last that long! Want to plan ahead? The dough keeps in the fridge for days or freeze it for up to two months. Just let it warm up a bit before baking.
Mix It Up
- Sometimes I use milk chocolate when I want them extra sweet. Mini marshmallows work great too just pile a few on each cookie. Change up your sprinkles for different holidays or leave them plain they're amazing either way!
Frequently Asked Questions
- How long should I chill the dough?
Minimum 1 hour, if longer than 4 hours let sit 30 minutes before shaping.
- Why is my dough sticky?
That's normal - it should have a brownie-like texture.
- Can I make these ahead?
Yes, but add marshmallows and glaze just before serving.
- How do I store them?
In airtight container once icing is completely set.
- What's the best way to serve?
With milk or hot cocoa for the full experience!