Pin It A playful, decadent dessert featuring layers of chocolate cookies and fluffy marshmallow frosting, stacked to resemble a cozy mug of hot cocoa.
Ingredients
- Cookies: 1 1/2 cups (190 g) all purpose flour 1/2 cup (50 g) unsweetened cocoa powder 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/4 tsp salt 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter softened 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar 1/4 cup (50 g) brown sugar 1 large egg 1 tsp vanilla extract 2 tbsp milk
- Marshmallow Frosting: 1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter softened 2 cups (240 g) powdered sugar sifted 1 jar (7 oz/200 g) marshmallow crème 1 tsp vanilla extract Pinch of salt
- Decorations: 1/2 cup (85 g) mini marshmallows 1/4 cup (40 g) chocolate chips melted (for drizzling) 8 mini candy canes (optional for mug handles)
Instructions
- Preheat oven:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper
- Mix dry ingredients:
- In a medium bowl whisk flour cocoa powder baking soda and salt
- Cream butter and sugars:
- In a large bowl beat butter and both sugars until light and fluffy about 2 minutes
- Add wet ingredients:
- Add egg and vanilla beating until combined
- Add dry and milk:
- Mix in half the dry ingredients then the milk then the rest of the dry ingredients
- Shape cookies:
- Scoop tablespoon sized balls onto baking sheets flattening slightly to 2 inch rounds
- Bake:
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until set but still soft Cool completely
- Make frosting:
- Beat butter until creamy Gradually beat in powdered sugar Mix in marshmallow crème vanilla and salt until fluffy
- Assemble stacks:
- Spread a thick layer of frosting on a cookie top with another cookie Repeat to form stacks of three cookies each
- Decorate:
- Spread frosting on top sprinkle with mini marshmallows and drizzle with melted chocolate
- Add handle:
- Press a mini candy cane into the side to create a mug handle if using
- Chill:
- Chill stacks 10 minutes before serving for best results
Pin It Notes
For a festive touch use colored sprinkles or crushed peppermint on top Substitute store bought chocolate cookies for a shortcut Pair with hot cocoa or coffee for a cozy treat
Required Tools
Mixing bowls Electric mixer Baking sheets Parchment paper Offset spatula or knife
Nutritional Information (per stack)
Calories 410 Total Fat 20 g Carbohydrates 56 g Protein 3 g
Pin It A deliciously fun dessert perfect for sharing and impressing guests
Recipe FAQs
- → What gives the cookies their rich chocolate flavor?
The combination of unsweetened cocoa powder and melted chocolate drizzle enhances the deep chocolate taste throughout the cookies.
- → How is the marshmallow frosting made fluffy?
Whipping softened butter with powdered sugar and marshmallow crème creates a light, creamy texture perfect for layering.
- → Can I substitute ingredients for dietary needs?
While this version uses all-purpose flour and butter, alternatives like gluten-free flour or dairy-free butter can be explored to suit specific diets.
- → What is the purpose of the mini candy cane decoration?
Mini candy canes are pressed into the side of each stack to mimic cozy mug handles, adding a festive and whimsical touch.
- → How should the stacks be stored before serving?
Chilling the stacks for about 10 minutes helps the frosting set firmly and keeps the layers intact for serving.