Description
Indulge in the ultimate chocolate experience with Hot Chocolate Cookie Cups. These delightful treats merge the nostalgia of hot cocoa with a crunchy cookie exterior, creating a warm, gooey center filled with marshmallows and rich chocolate. Perfect for chilly evenings or holiday gatherings, these cookie cups are not only easy to make but also allow for customization, making them a fun baking project for all skill levels. Whether you serve them at festive parties or enjoy them on a quiet night in, each bite promises to bring comfort and joy.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Mini marshmallows (for filling)
- Hot chocolate mix (for filling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a muffin tin.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time followed by vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients until just combined; fold in chocolate chips.
- Scoop dough into muffin cups, pressing down gently to create space for filling.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until set; allow cooling slightly before adding mini marshmallows and hot chocolate mix.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie cup (45g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg