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Quick and Healthy Frozen Hot Chocolate Cookies Recipe

Healthy Frozen Hot Chocolate Cookies

Frozen Hot Chocolate Cookies are the ultimate treat for chocolate lovers, offering a fun and indulgent twist on the classic cookie. With a chewy chocolate base, a fluffy frozen hot chocolate mousse topping, and mini marshmallows for garnish, these cookies will bring warmth and joy to any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Baking
Cuisine: American
Calories: 416
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough:
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • ¾ cup brown sugar packed
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg room temperature
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon heavy cream
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ⅔ cup milk chocolate chips
For the Frozen Hot Chocolate Mousse:
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 2 packets hot cocoa mix
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
  • Mini marshmallows for decorating

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  2. Cream the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until light and creamy.
  3. Add in the egg, egg yolk, heavy cream, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, and baking soda. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until the dry ingredients disappear.
  5. Fold in the milk chocolate chips evenly.
  6. Use a cookie scoop to portion out 8 cookie dough balls, then gently flatten each ball to about ½ inch thick.
  7. Bake for 10 minutes in the preheated oven. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  8. While the cookies are cooling, make the frozen hot chocolate mousse. In a stand mixer, whip the heavy cream, hot cocoa mix, and cocoa powder until fluffy and thick (about 3-4 minutes).
  9. Once the cookies are completely cooled, frost each cookie with the frozen hot chocolate mousse, then top with mini marshmallows for decoration.

Notes

  • Chill the Dough: For best results, chill the cookie dough for at least 30 minutes before baking to help prevent excessive spreading.
  • Fluffy Mousse: Ensure that the heavy cream is cold to achieve the best whipped texture for the mousse.
  • Customize: Add dark chocolate chips or crushed peppermint for a fun variation.
  • Store the cookies in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Nutritional Facts (per cookie):
Nutrient Amount per Cookie (Approx.)
Calories 416 kcal
Fat 23g
Saturated Fat 14g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 6g
Trans Fat 1g
Cholesterol 104mg
Sodium 199mg
Potassium 172mg
Carbohydrates 52g
Fiber 3g
Sugars 29g
Protein 5g
Vitamin A 667 IU
Vitamin C 1mg
Calcium 49mg
Iron 2mg