Introduction

Hot Cocoa Cookie Cups are a delightful treat that combines the warmth of hot chocolate with the fun of a cookie. Perfect for cozy gatherings or festive parties, these cookie cups are filled with marshmallows and decorated for a cheerful presentation.

The image shows a festive treat designed like a tiny mug. The base layer is a round, light brown cookie shaped with scalloped edges and decorated with small red, white, and green candy dots placed evenly around. Sitting on top of the cookie is a large, white marshmallow shaped like a mug body, featuring a small green Christmas tree decoration in the center. The mug's handle is made from a red-and-white striped candy cane, attached to the right side of the marshmallow mug. On top of the marshmallow is a thick round layer of dark brown chocolate, topped with several mini white marshmallows scattered on it. The whole arrangement is set against a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

24 Jet-Puffed Marshmallows
24 Maravillas Cookies
24 Mini Candy Canes
Red & Green Confetti Sprinkles
Tree Sprinkles
White & Chocolate Cookie Icing
Marshmallow Bits

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to the temperature specified on the cookie package. Place the Maravillas cookies on a baking sheet, spacing them evenly.
Step 2: Gently press one Jet-Puffed marshmallow onto each cookie, creating a cup shape by slightly melting the marshmallow in the oven for 1-2 minutes until soft but not fully melted.
Step 3: Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool briefly. Insert a mini candy cane into each marshmallow to resemble a festive stir stick.
Step 4: Decorate each cookie cup with red and green confetti sprinkles, tree sprinkles, and marshmallow bits using white and chocolate cookie icing as glue.
Step 5: Allow the icing to set before serving. Enjoy your Hot Cocoa Cookie Cups as a fun and sweet holiday treat!

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, add a touch of peppermint extract to the marshmallows before baking.
Use different festive sprinkles to customize the look for various holidays.
Try using flavored cookies like chocolate or ginger to change the base flavor.

Storage

Store the cookie cups in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain freshness. Avoid refrigerating as the marshmallows can become sticky. Reheat gently in a warm oven if desired to soften the marshmallows again.

How to Serve

A small mug-shaped dessert with three layers is placed on a scalloped round cookie. The bottom layer is a light brown cookie with a slightly rough texture and is decorated with small, smooth green, white, and red round candies scattered on its edges. The middle layer is a tall, smooth white marshmallow forming the mug’s body, which has a small green Christmas tree shape on its front. The top layer mimics a drink with a smooth, dark brown chocolate disk covering the marshmallow top, adorned with several white mini marshmallows arranged in a small pile. A red-and-white striped candy cane curls from the right side of the marshmallow, forming the mug handle. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make these cookie cups ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare and decorate the cookie cups a day in advance. Store them in an airtight container to keep them fresh.

What type of cookies work best for this recipe?

Maravillas cookies are ideal because they hold their shape well, but you can also use other sturdy cookies that won’t crumble when holding the marshmallow cup.

Hot Cocoa Cookie Cups Recipe

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Delight in festive Hot Cocoa Cookie Cups, a fun and easy holiday treat featuring soft Maravillas cookies filled with melted marshmallows and decorated with candy canes, sprinkles, and cookie icing to mimic the perfect cup of hot cocoa.

Author: Isabella
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: 24 cookie cups 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Cookie Cups

24 Maravillas Cookies
24 Jet-Puffed Marshmallows

Decorations

24 Mini Candy Canes
Red & Green Confetti Sprinkles
Tree Shaped Sprinkles
White & Chocolate Cookie Icing
Marshmallow Bits

Instructions

Prepare Cookie Cups: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gently press each Maravillas cookie into a mini muffin tin to form a cup shape without breaking the cookies.
Add Marshmallows: Place one Jet-Puffed marshmallow inside each cookie cup. Bake for about 3-5 minutes until the marshmallows are puffed and slightly browned, resembling melted hot cocoa foam.
Decorate: Remove the cookie cups from the oven and immediately decorate each by placing a mini candy cane as a stir stick. Use white and chocolate cookie icing to pipe designs on the cookie, adding red, green confetti, and tree sprinkles as festive toppings. Sprinkle marshmallow bits on top to add a snowy effect.
Cool and Serve: Allow the cookie cups to cool slightly so the marshmallow sets but remains soft. Serve warm for the best hot cocoa experience in cookie form.

Notes

Use gentle pressure when shaping cookies to prevent cracking.
Watch the marshmallows closely while baking as they can burn quickly.
Feel free to customize with your favorite holiday sprinkles or edible glitter.
These cookie cups are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for 1-2 days.

Keywords: hot cocoa cookie cups, holiday dessert, festive cookies, marshmallow treats, Christmas cookies