Chocolate Marshmallow Swirl Cookies Recipe
Delight in these Chocolate Marshmallow Swirl Cookies featuring a rich cocoa cookie base studded with semi-sweet chocolate chips and gooey marshmallow swirls. Perfectly chewy with a toasty marshmallow flavor, they’re a decadent treat for any occasion.
- Author: Caleb
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 18 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 ¾ cups (220 g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (40 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (100 g) packed light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Mix-Ins:
- 1/2 cup (90 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup (50 g) mini marshmallows
- 1/3 cup (60 g) marshmallow fluff (optional)
- Prep the Oven and Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent sticking. Measure out all your ingredients to streamline the process.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt to ensure an even distribution and no lumps.
- Cream the Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. This creates a tender cookie texture.
- Add the Wet Ingredients: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined, scraping down the bowl sides as needed to ensure even mixing.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in 2-3 additions, mixing on low speed until just combined to avoid tough cookies.
- Fold in the Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips to distribute melty chocolate pockets evenly.
- Add the Marshmallow Swirl: Fold in the mini marshmallows and optional marshmallow fluff carefully, keeping visible streaks of marshmallow throughout the dough for a beautiful swirl effect.
- Scoop and Bake: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion dough onto baking sheets, spacing cookies about 2 inches apart. Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are set but centers remain slightly soft. Watch for marshmallows caramelizing to add a toasty flavor.
- Cool and Enjoy: Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to firm up and prevent breakage. Enjoy the warm, gooey treat!
Notes
- For best results, do not overmix the dough once the dry ingredients are added to keep cookies tender.
- Use parchment paper or silicone mats to prevent sticking and promote even baking.
- Marshmallow fluff is optional but enhances the swirl and gooey texture.
- Cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to 4 days to maintain freshness.
- For larger cookies, increase bake time by 1-2 minutes but watch carefully to avoid overbaking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approx. 40 g)
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 110 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
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