Chocolate Marshmallow Cookies
Chocolate Marshmallow Cookies combine rich, fudgy chocolate with soft, melty mini marshmallows to create an irresistibly gooey, sweet, and perfectly balanced cookie. These quick and easy-to-make treats feature a chewy texture and delightful bursts of melted chocolate and marshmallow pockets, making them a favorite for cozy nights, family gatherings, and thoughtful homemade gifts.
- Author: Emily
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Total Time: 25-30 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Can be adapted to Gluten-Free or Vegan
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 3/4 cup chocolate chips or chunks
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all ingredients and preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper for easy cleanup and even baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined to ensure uniform texture.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: Using an electric mixer, beat the softened butter with both brown and granulated sugars until the mixture is light and fluffy, setting the foundation for a chewy texture.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and fully incorporated.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Slowly add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined to avoid tough cookies.
- Fold in Marshmallows and Chocolate: Carefully fold the mini marshmallows and chocolate chips into the dough, distributing them evenly to create gooey pockets throughout the cookies.
- Scoop and Bake: Drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow spreading. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers remain soft.
- Cool and Enjoy: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool further. This ensures the marshmallows set without losing their gooey texture.
Notes
- Use mini marshmallows for even melting and optimal texture.
- Do not overbake; underbaking slightly results in softer, gooier cookies.
- Use room temperature butter for better creaming and lighter dough.
- Chilling the dough for 30 minutes is optional but helps reduce spreading and deepens flavor.
- Avoid overmixing the dough to maintain a tender crumb.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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