It’s in the 90s outside right now, so even if I’m craving a delicious hot chocolate, it just wouldn’t be as enjoyable in this heat. Luckily, I can still have that delicious taste of chocolate and marshmallow with these amazing Hot Cocoa Cookies! They’re soft and full of chocolate-y flavor, plus the ‘mallows on top add just the right hint of balance to make it an edible version of a favorite drink.

My kiddos are in love with this hot cocoa cookies, too, and can’t wait for me to whip up another batch. I love that it’s a super EASY recipe, and easy to complete from start to finish in less than 30 minutes. YAY for simplicity!

Note: This recipe makes roughly 20-24 large cookies

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup Butter
• 12 oz. Chocolate Chips
• 1 1/4 cup Brown Sugar
• 3 Large Eggs
• 1 tsp. Vanilla Extract
• 1/4 tsp. Salt
• 1/4 cup Cocoa Powder
• 1 3/4 cup All-Purpose Flour
• 1 1/2 tsp. Baking Powder
• Mini Marshmallows, or Large Marshmallows cut in half

Directions

1. Melt the butter and chocolate chips in a saucepan over medium heat – set aside to cool a bit. Preheat oven to 325 Degrees F. Spray or line two baking sheets, set aside.
2. Cream the brown sugar, eggs and vanilla until smooth. Add in the salt, cocoa powder, flour and baking powder. Pour in the slightly-cooled melted chocolate and mix until well-combined.
3. Make the cookie balls, roughly 1″-1 1/2″ in size. Place on cookie sheet, leaving enough room between each cookie ball so they can spread a bit.
4. Bake about 10 minutes, or until cookies start to ‘crack’. Remove, top each cookie with half a large marshmallow or 5-6 mini marshmallows. Place back in oven and cook another 3-4 minutes, or until marshmallows start to brown. Allow to cool a bit before serving.

I love that these cookies are soft and full of chocolate goodness, plus the gooey marshmallows on top complete this treat. You can whip them up for dessert or snack any time of year – even if it’s 90 degrees outside!

What’s YOUR favorite cookie?

I had no idea what Nutella was growing up, but everyone seemed to love it. When I finally tried it for myself as an adult, I could tell what all the hype was about – it’s so delish! I thought it’d be fun to share a list of 20 Must Try Nutella Recipes – everything from pies and ice cream, to snack bites, bars and more. If you’re a Nutella-lover, you can’t miss these incredible desserts and snacks!

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The Domestic Rebel – Salted Nutella Caramel Butter Bars

Brown Eyed Baker – Nutella Pretzel Truffles

A Farm Girl Dabbles – Nutella Cheesecake Brownie Bites

Chocolate Covered Katie – Nutella Frozen Yogurt

Jar of Nutella

Crazy For Crust – Nutella Strawberry Tart

Cookies and Cups – Salty Nutella Cigars

Averie Cooks – Nutella Chocolate Chip Baklava

Nutella Spoon

Julie’s Eats and Treats – Nutella Granola

The Girl Who Ate Everything – Nutella Snickers Pie

Inside Bru Crew Life – Banana Nutella Quesadillas

How Sweet Eats – Nutella Sticky Buns with Toasted Almonds and Nutella Caramel

Nutella Friendship Necklace

Wine and Glue – Nutella Fudge

Big Bear’s Wife – Nutella and Cool Whip Popsicle

The Food Charlatan – Nutella and Banana Stuffed Crescent Rolls

Recipe Tin Eats – Nutella Stuffed Pancakes

Kirbie Cravings – Flourless Nutella Banana Bread

Taste and See – Baked Nutella Smores

If You Give a Blonde a Kitchen – Nutella Blondies

Can’t Stay Out of the Kitchen – Nutella Muffins

Celebrating Sweets – Nutella Stuffed Oatmeal Cookie Bars

I remember as a kid, every time my parents made cookie dough they’d give us a little spoon with some. I wanted to eat the whole bowl, but the whole ‘you could get sick’ thing got in the way! Now you can enjoy some delicious Gooey Edible Cookie Dough as a snack – even the whole bowl, since this version is healthier for you!

Doesn’t it look so creamy & tasty? Yes, I’ll share with the kids – but I may just whip up a batch one evening after they’re in bed so hubby and I can enjoy it all to ourselves. It’s a parent ‘perk’, right? 😉

Serves: 4 (¼ cup serving) or 2 (½ cup serving)

Ingredients

• 1 cup Greek Yogurt
• 1 tablespoon Peanut Butter
• ½ teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 2 tablespoon Honey or Maple Syrup
• ¼ cup Mini Chocolate Chips

Directions

1. In a big bowl combine the Greek yogurt, peanut butter, vanilla extract and honey or maple syrup.
2. Mix it well until well combined
3. Fold in the mini chocolate chips.
4. Divide into 2 or 4 small bowl and enjoy a healthy and delicious snack.

Notes

1. You can place the Gooey Cookie Dough cups in the freezer for 10 minutes before serving. They thicken up even more and gives you the texture of a soft serve ice-cream.
2. You can use vanilla flavored Greek yogurt instead. Then you won’t need the vanilla extract or any more sweetener.

Who will YOU share this edible cookie dough with?