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Published: December 1, 2020 | Last Updated: December 14, 2020 | Author: Lois

Hot Chocolate Marshmallow Cookies

Hot Chocolate Marshmallow Cookies – made with hot chocolate mix blended right into the cookie dough! Who knew that by adding hot cocoa mix to a cookie batter you’d get such a delicious tasting cookie? Let me show you another Christmas Cookie Recipe you need to bake this holiday season.

chocolate marshmallow cookies on plate with chocolate chips in background.

These are another fun cookie to make using Marshmallow Bits like my Marshmallow Christmas Cookies.

Growing up my mom would bake tons of Christmas cookies. She would then arrange all the homemade cookies on a beautiful crystal serving platter and cover it with plastic wrap.

She’d place the tray on the dining room table with strict instructions for no one to touch the cookies. These cookies were for guests…people who would drop by to wish us a Merry Christmas throughout the weeks leading up to Christmas.

And you know what? There was always someone or some family stopping by during the week and mom would bring in the tray of cookies with some eggnog for us all to enjoy while “visiting.”

These Hot Chocolate Marshmallow Cookies would have been a great addition to mom’s cookie tray. Make sure you print out the FREE Gingerbread Recipe Cards above to use when handing out cookies over the holidays.

chocolate cookies made with hot chocolate mix and marshmallow bits.

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Ingredients

Exact measurements are listed below in the recipe card. Make sure you scroll down to print and save the recipe for later!

  • Butter, room temperature
  • White sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • All-purpose flour
  • 3 packages hot cocoa mix, or 3/4 cup of hot cocoa mix.
  • Salt
  • Baking soda
  • Baking powder
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • 1 cup marshmallow bits; see note.
Ingredients for Chocolate Marshmallow Cookies

Baking Tip: If you can’t find Mallow Bits, you can purchase dehydrated marshmallows…the kind they use in hot cocoa mixes on Amazon.

These are the Mallow Bits used in this recipe. They can be difficult to find in the grocery store. Look in the hot chocolate or coffee/tea aisle of your local grocery store. I purchased mine from Amazon.

Jet Puffed Mallow Bits canister.

Here are other options you can use in this recipe. I wouldn’t use traditional mini marshmallows as they will puff up too much for the recipe. And don’t worry about thinking you won’t use all these dehydrated marshmallows up! They’re perfect for hot coco all winter long!

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Directions

In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until it becomes light and fluffy.

Add the eggs and vanilla and continue mixing until smooth.
In another bowl, sift the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt and cocoa mixture.

Add the dry ingredients into the butter mixture and continue mixing. You can use a spatula at this point or continue using the mixer, but be careful not to over-mix.

Add the chocolate chips and marshmallow bits into the mixture and stir.

Step by step instructions for making Chocolate Marshmallow Cookies

Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour.

Chocolate Marshmallow Cookie Dough in bowl with plastic wrap on top

Line a baking tray with parchment paper and begin scooping the cookie dough on top.

Bake in 350 F pre-heated oven for 10 minutes.

Mounds of Chocolate Marshmallow Cookies on baking tray before placing in oven.

Let the cookies rest for 5 minutes after removing from the oven. Remove from tray and allow to continue to cool on a cookie rack.

Hot Chocolate Marshmallow Cookies on wooden board and tray

Frequently Asked Recipe Questions

How far in advance can you freeze Christmas cookies?

You can store baked cookies and even dough in the freezer for up to six months!

What is the best way to freeze cookies?

First you need to make sure the cookies are completely cooled before freezing. Then place them in a single layer on a baking sheet that’s been lined with parchment paper. Next, add the baking tray to the freezer to “flash freeze” the cookies. This usually takes about 30 minutes. Then place the cookies in a freezer safe bag or plastic container.

Tried this recipe? Let me know in the comments and don’t forget to rate it!

Chocolate cookies made with marshmallow bits.

Ready for more great recipes? Try these Christmas Cookie Recipes:

  • Shortbread Cookies – my favorite cookies all year long! 
  • Heart Shaped Short Bread Cookies
  • Slice and Bake Colorful Swirl Cookies
  • Candy Cane Sugar Cookies
  • Classic Oatmeal Cookies
  • Freezer Friendly Slice and Bake Shortbread Cookies
Hot Chocolate Marshmallow Cookies

Hot Chocolate Marshmallow Cookies

Yield: 40 cookies
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Chill Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes

Hot Chocolate Marshmallow Cookies - made with hot chocolate mix blended right into the cookie dough! Who knew that by adding hot cocoa mix to a cookie batter you’d get such a delicious tasting cookie?

Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter, room temperature
  • 1 2/3 cups sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 packages hot cocoa mix, or 3/4 cup of hot cocoa mix.
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • 1 cup marshmallow bits ; see note below

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until it becomes light and fluffy.
  2. Add the eggs and vanilla and continue mixing until smooth.
  3. In another bowl, sift the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt and cocoa mixture.
  4. Add the dry ingredients into the butter mixture and continue mixing. You can use a spatula at this point or continue using the mixer, but be careful not to over-mix.
  5. Add the chocolate chips and marshmallow bits into the mixture and stir.
  6. Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
  7. Line a baking tray with parchment paper and begin scooping the cookie dough on top.
  8. Bake in 350 F pre-heated oven for 10 minutes.
  9. Let the cookies rest for 5 minutes after removing from the oven.
  10. Remove from tray and allow to continue to cool on a cookie rack.

Notes

If you can’t find Mallow Bits, you can purchase dehydrated marshmallows…the kind they use in hot cocoa mixes on Amazon.

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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 40 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 152Total Fat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 22mgSodium: 209mgCarbohydrates: 23gFiber: 1gSugar: 18gProtein: 2g

The nutrition information is calculated automatically. I cannot guarantee its accuracy. If this data is important to you, please verify with your trusted nutrition calculator.

© Lois
Cuisine: American / Category: Desserts


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