Save Decadent, chewy cookies packed with chocolate, marshmallows, nuts, and festive sprinkles are perfect for celebrating Hanukkah, Christmas, or any winter holiday. These festive treats are sure to be the highlight of your dessert table.
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This is the Martha Stewart heart-shaped enameled cast iron Dutch oven (2-quart). It’s one of those pieces I reach for constantly when testing soups, stews, baked casseroles, and smaller comfort-food recipes.
- Heats evenly with no hot spots (huge for slow cooking)
- Non-reactive enamel interior — no seasoning required
- Perfect size for small households or side dishes
- Sturdy handles, easy to move from oven to table
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I first made these loaded Rocky Road cookies for my annual holiday party. They were a hit with both kids and adults&—everyone loved the bursts of gooey marshmallow and crunchy nuts.
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Ingredients
- All-purpose flour: 2 cups (250 g)
- Unsweetened cocoa powder: 1/2 cup (50 g)
- Baking soda: 1 tsp
- Fine sea salt: 1/2 tsp
- Unsalted butter, softened: 1 cup (225 g)
- Light brown sugar, packed: 1 cup (200 g)
- Granulated sugar: 1/2 cup (100 g)
- Large eggs: 2
- Vanilla extract: 1 1/2 tsp
- Semisweet chocolate chips: 1 1/2 cups (270 g)
- Mini marshmallows: 1 1/4 cups (60 g)
- Walnuts or pecans, chopped: 1 cup (120 g)
- Festive holiday sprinkles (blue & white for Hanukkah, red & green for Christmas): 1/2 cup (100 g)
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Instructions
- Prep Oven and Pans:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugars:
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla:
- Beat in eggs, one at a time, then add vanilla extract and mix until smooth.
- Combine Mixtures:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
- Fold in Mix-ins:
- Fold in chocolate chips, nuts, and 3/4 cup mini marshmallows.
- Shape Cookies:
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart.
- Decorate:
- Gently press a few extra marshmallows and festive sprinkles onto the tops of each cookie.
- Bake:
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are set but centers are still soft.
- Cool:
- Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Save Baking these cookies together has become a beloved winter tradition in our family. My kids get so excited to decorate each cookie with colorful sprinkles.
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Required Tools
Mixing bowls, electric mixer or whisk, measuring cups and spoons, rubber spatula, baking sheets, parchment paper, wire rack.
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (gluten), eggs, dairy (butter), tree nuts (if using), soy (in chocolate chips). Check ingredient labels for possible traces of peanuts or other allergens.
Nutritional Information (per cookie)
Calories: 180, Total Fat: 9 g, Carbohydrates: 24 g, Protein: 2 g
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Once cooled, serve these cookies with mugs of cocoa for a sweet holiday treat. They are sure to brighten any winter day and make memories with family and friends.
Recipe FAQ
- → What makes these cookies suitable for holidays?
Festive sprinkles and a mix of chocolate, marshmallows, and nuts create a seasonal look and taste ideal for celebrations.
- → Can I omit nuts for allergies?
Yes, simply leave out nuts and add extra chocolate chips or substitute dried fruit for a nut-free option.
- → How should these cookies be stored?
Keep cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days to maintain freshness.
- → Can I use different types of sprinkles?
Absolutely—customize with colors for Hanukkah, Christmas, or any event to suit your celebration.
- → What if I don’t have an electric mixer?
A sturdy whisk and some arm strength work well for creaming butter and sugars in place of a mixer.
- → Are these cookies vegetarian?
Yes, all ingredients listed are vegetarian, making the cookies suitable for most diets except vegan or nut-free.
