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Cocoa Cookies with Marshmallow Buttercream

Irresistibly Gooey Cocoa Cookies with Marshmallow Buttercream

Delight in these Cocoa Cookies with Marshmallow Buttercream, perfect for cozy winter days and holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup salted butter softened
  • 1 1/4 cups white sugar adds sweetness
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar adds moisture
  • 1 each egg plus 2 egg yolks, room temperature
  • 1 Tbs. vanilla pure extract recommended
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour provides structure
  • 1/2 cup cocoa rich chocolate flavor
  • 1/4 cup hot chocolate mix optional
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder helps cookies rise
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking soda encourages spreading
  • 1 tsp salt balances sweetness
  • 1 cup dark chocolate chips for richness
  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips balances flavor
For the Marshmallow Buttercream Frosting
  • 1 cup salted butter softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar for sweetness
  • 2 tsp vanilla pure extract recommended
  • 1 tub marshmallow cream 7 ounces
  • 1 tsp whipping cream for consistency
  • Jet Puffed Mini Marshmallow Bits optional garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • Cookie Scoop
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare baking sheets.
  2. Beat together butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy. Add egg and yolks, then vanilla.
  3. Whisk together flour, cocoa, hot chocolate mix, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl.
  4. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined; fold in chocolate chips.
  5. Chill dough for about 20 minutes.
  6. Drop dough onto baking sheets, bake for 8-10 minutes, until edges are crisp.
  7. Cool on baking sheets for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  8. Whip the butter, marshmallow cream, and powdered sugar together for frosting; add vanilla and whipping cream.
  9. Spread frosting on cooled cookies and sprinkle with mini marshmallow bits.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 2IUCalcium: 1mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Chilling the dough is essential for perfect shape and texture. Watch baking time to ensure cookies remain chewy.

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