Description

These chewy chocolate cookies are studded with mini marshmallows, dipped in melted chocolate, and topped with festive sprinkles for a holiday-ready treat.

Ingredients

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2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

1 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup packed brown sugar

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

1 cup mini marshmallows

1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

8 oz melting chocolate for dipping

festive sprinkles or crushed candy canes

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.

2. Beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.

3. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract until smooth.

4. Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl.

5. Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined.

6. Fold in mini marshmallows and chocolate chips.

7. Cover dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

8. Scoop tablespoon-sized dough balls onto prepared sheets, spacing 2 inches apart, and flatten slightly.

9. Bake 9–11 minutes until edges are set and centers are soft, then transfer to a cooling rack.

10. Melt dipping chocolate, dip half of each cooled cookie, top with sprinkles or crushed candy canes, and let set.

Prep Time: 45 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: dessert
Method: baking
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie

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