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Hot Cocoa Swirl Cookies

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Soft, chewy cookies marbled with ribbons of rich chocolate and hints of creamy cocoa, perfect for cozy nights or holiday gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup hot cocoa mix
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, hot cocoa mix, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy, about 2 minutes.
  4. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then add the vanilla extract. Mix until combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Mix on low speed until just combined.
  6. Use a spatula to gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips.
  7. Separate the dough into two portions. Leave one plain and mix additional cocoa powder into the other for a darker color. Swirl the two doughs together using a butter knife or skewer.
  8. Scoop the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft. Don’t overbake!
  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

Notes

For even swirls, don’t overmix the two doughs. Chill the dough for 20 minutes if your kitchen is warm to prevent spreading.

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Keywords: hot cocoa cookies, swirl cookies, chocolate cookies, cozy dessert, holiday cookies

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