Hot Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Hot Chocolate Chip Cookies are a holiday favorite. They have a rich chocolate flavor, chocolate chips, and marshmallows!

There is nothing like a cup of hot chocolate on a cold day. I have vivid memories of ice skating as a kid, and the happiness of that cup of hot cocoa after the skate. My kiddos love when I make hot chocolate after they play in the snow. Their cold little fingers grip the cup, and the drink every drop in their mugs. They typically want to head out to the snow again- play, come in, drink hot chocolate- repeat.

Enter Hot Chocolate Chip Cookies. All the flavors of winter's favorite drink, but in cookie form- chocolaty, warm, and gooey out of the oven. I love how easy these cookies are to make, and they are perfect for a holiday cookie exchange! One of my favorite parts in the mini marshmallows in the cookies because they get soft after they bake. My kiddos love to devour these cookies with a tall glass of milk.

What do you need to make Hot Chocolate Chip Cookies?

• Unsalted butter
• Granulated Sugar
• Eggs
• Vanilla
• All-Purpose flour
• 2 packages hot cocoa mix
• Salt
• Baking Soda
• Baking Powder
• Chocolate Chips
• Mallow Bits
• Cookie Sheets
• Stand Mixer
• Mixing Bowls

How do you make Hot Chocolate Chip Cookies?

{Printable recipe below}

• Beat butter and sugar in large bowl with standing mixer until fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla.
• In a different mixing bowl, combine dry ingredients. Slowly beat the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients. Stir in chocolate chips and Marshmallow Bits. Cover and chill for 30 minutes-2 hours.
• When ready to bake, preheat oven to 350°F. Drop 2 tablespoons of dough, 2 inches apart, onto baking sheets lined with baking mats or parchment paper. Add 3-4 additional Marshmallow Bits to each cookie.
• Bake 9 to 10 minutes.
• Cool on baking sheets 3 minutes and then move to racks or parchment to finish cooling.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I freeze the cookie dough?

Yes. Typically, I like to portion the dough and then thaw it when I bake. To portion, scoop 2 tablespoon amounts and freeze on a cookie sheet. Store in a freezer bag till you are ready to thaw and bake. The dough can also be frozen as one portion as well. Note: freezing might impact the integrity of the marshmallow bites and you might want to add extra to the top when thawed.

What type of hot chocolate mix should I use?

I use a basic milk chocolate mix. You can use dark chocolate or the rich flavoring. I do not recommend using sugar-free.

Can I use regular mini marshmallows?

No, they will melt and it will be very sticky.

How long can I keep the dough in the fridge?

4-5 days in an sealed container. If you are keeping it more than 48 hours you might want to add the marshmallow bits when you are ready to bake.

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