Chocolate Marshmallow Drop Cookies ๐ซ๐ช
Description: This is a cherished family recipe, a staple during Christmas celebrations, and a crowd-pleaser that never disappoints. With its rich chocolate flavor and delightful marshmallow topping, these cookies are sure to become a favorite in your household too! Plus, they’re quick and easy to make, perfect for busy holiday baking sessions. This recipe was even a winner on the M&M’s site, so you know it’s a real winner! Enjoy every decadent bite of these irresistible treats!
Ingredients:
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup shortening
- 1 egg
- 1 1/2 cups flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup cocoa
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 2/3 cup milk
- 1/2 cup butter
- 3 T water
- 2 cups confectioners’ sugar
- 30 marshmallows (approximately)
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 197.7
- Fat: 12.1g
- Saturated Fat: 4.8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
- Sodium: 97.7mg
- Carbohydrates: 21.3g
- Fiber: 0.7g
- Sugar: 14.5g
- Protein: 1.6g
Cooking Time: 11 minutes
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 26 minutes
Instructions:
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Cream Together Sugar and Shortening:
In a mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup of sugar and 1 cup of shortening until light and fluffy. -
Incorporate the Egg:
Once the sugar and shortening are well combined, add in the egg and mix until fully incorporated. -
Sift Dry Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, sift together 1 1/2 cups of flour, 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 cup of cocoa. -
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
Gradually add the sifted dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternating with 2/3 cup of milk. Mix well after each addition until a smooth dough forms. Then, stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. -
Bake the Cookies:
Preheat your oven to 375ยฐF (190ยฐC). Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a greased baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie. Bake in the preheated oven for 8 minutes. -
Top with Marshmallows:
After 8 minutes of baking, remove the cookies from the oven. Quickly place half a marshmallow on top of each cookie. -
Continue Baking:
Return the cookies to the oven and bake for an additional 3 minutes, or until the marshmallows are lightly golden and puffed. -
Prepare the Frosting:
While the cookies are cooling, prepare the frosting. In a saucepan, melt 1/2 cup of butter. Once melted, remove from heat and stir in 3 tablespoons of water, 2 cups of confectioners’ sugar, and 1/2 cup of cocoa. Mix until smooth and creamy. -
Frost the Cookies:
Once the cookies have cooled completely, generously frost each one with the prepared chocolate frosting. -
Serve and Enjoy:
Allow the frosting to set before serving these delightful Chocolate Marshmallow Drop Cookies to your eager family and friends. Enjoy the indulgent flavors and the warm memories they bring with each bite!
This recipe yields approximately 30 cookies, but feel free to adjust the serving size according to your needs. Share the joy of these delicious treats during the holiday season and beyond! ๐๐ช
