Hot Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies- These hot cocoa cookies are soft and chewy, filled with a chocolate center, and topped with a lightly toasted marshmallow. The perfect cold weather cookie!
Add the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar to the bowl of an electric mixer.
Beat with the paddle attachment until the sugars and butter have combined and are light and fluffy, about 2 minutes at medium speed.
Stir the egg, vanilla extract, and milk into the batter.
Whisk the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl or measuring cup. Once combined, stir into the butter mixture until your dough forms, making sure to scrape the sides for even mixing.
Spoon the dough, 2 tablespoons at a time, and roll into rounds. Place on a lined baking tray,
Freeze for 15 to 20 minutes.
While the dough is chilling, preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
Make the chocolate filling:
For the Chocolate Filling
Place the chocolate pieces into a glass bowl.
Pour the cream into a saucepan and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
Pour over the chocolate. Allow it to sit for 5 minutes.
Stir until the chocolate combines with the cream and no lumps remain.
Set aside.
Baking and Assembly
Place the chilled cookie dough balls onto a baking tray, keeping 2 to 3 inches apart.
Bake for 10 minutes.
Remove from the oven and immediately press the center of the cookie to create a well. I suggest using the back side of a shot glass or wooden spoon.
Spoon 1 to 2 teaspoons of the chocolate filling into the cupped part of the cookie.
Place 1/3 of a large marshmallow or 2-3 mini marshmallows on top of the chocolate.
Return to the oven for 5 minutes.
Remove from the pan and allow to cool on a cooling rack.
You can use the leftover chocolate filling as a drizzle for a fun finish!