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A close-up of chewy hot chocolate cookies with a cracked top, dusted with powdered sugar, stacked on a rustic wooden plate, with melted chocolate chunks visible, surrounded by cocoa powder and mini marshmallows, styled with cozy winter elements, warm lighting emphasizing gooey textures and rich chocolate tones.

Chewy Hot Chocolate Cookies for Warm Winter Nights

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Rich, chewy hot chocolate cookies with a cracked top and melty chocolate centers, ideal for winter comfort.

  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chocolate chips or chunks

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla, mixing well.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet, mixing until just combined.
  6. Fold in chocolate chips.
  7. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing evenly.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until cracked on top and edges are set.
  9. Allow to cool slightly before serving to enjoy gooey, chewy texture.

Notes

  • You can add marshmallows or swirl in peanut butter for extra flavor.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Method: Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 150 Kcal
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 70mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg
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