Chocolate Marshmallow Swirl Cookies Recipe
Delight in these rich and gooey Chocolate Marshmallow Swirl Cookies, featuring a tender cocoa-infused dough swirled with mini marshmallows and sticky marshmallow fluff. With bursts of semi-sweet chocolate chips and a perfect balance of sweet and chewy textures, these cookies are perfect for those craving a luscious, indulgent treat.
- Author: Mia
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 18 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert, Cookies
- 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)
Special Equipment:
- Large mixing bowl and hand mixer
- Baking sheets and parchment paper
- Cookie scoop
- Cooling rack
- Prep the Oven and Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats. Measure all ingredients to streamline the process.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl to ensure even distribution of cocoa and no lumps.
- Cream the Butter and Sugars: Using a hand or stand mixer, cream softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. The mixture should turn pale and airy to ensure a tender cookie.
- Add the Wet Ingredients: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined, scraping the bowl sides to incorporate everything evenly.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet in 2-3 additions while mixing on low speed until just combined. Avoid overmixing to prevent tough cookies.
- Fold in the Chocolate Chips: Gently fold the semi-sweet chocolate chips into the dough for melty chocolate pockets in each bite.
- Add the Marshmallow Swirl: Fold in the mini marshmallows and marshmallow fluff (if using) carefully to maintain visible swirls of marshmallow throughout the dough.
- Scoop and Bake: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, place dough balls on prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart. Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft. Watch for marshmallows to ooze and caramelize slightly for a toasty flavor.
- Cool and Enjoy: Let cookies cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to firm up and avoid breakage. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- For best results, do not overmix the dough after adding dry ingredients to keep cookies tender.
- Use room temperature butter for easier creaming and better texture.
- Marshmallow fluff is optional but enhances the swirl and gooeyness of the cookies.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
- You can freeze the dough balls and bake from frozen, adding a couple of extra minutes to baking time.
- Keep an eye on the marshmallows during baking as they might ooze and caramelize quickly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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