Hot Cocoa Cookie Cups
Indulge in the delightful experience of Hot Cocoa Cookie Cups, perfect for warming your heart on chilly nights. These charming cookie cups are filled with velvety hot cocoa and topped with gooey marshmallows, creating a dessert that is both visually stunning and irresistibly delicious. Whether for holiday gatherings or cozy family nights, these treats will leave everyone craving more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 12 cookie cups 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy. Add the egg and mix well.
- Gradually incorporate the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until just combined.
- Grease a muffin tin and scoop about one tablespoon of dough into each cup, pressing down gently to form a cup shape.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are firm but centers remain soft. Allow cooling slightly before removing from the tin.
- While still warm, add mini chocolate chips and marshmallows to each cookie cup and return to the oven for an additional minute to melt.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie cup (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking to maintain shape. Experiment with different fillings like white chocolate or peppermint extract for a festive twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days; reheat briefly in the microwave.