Description
These Hot Cocoa Brownies are the perfect winter treat, combining rich, fudgy brownies with the comforting taste of hot cocoa, topped with gooey marshmallows. A perfect dessert for cozy days or special occasions!
Ingredients
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- For the Brownie Base:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup cocoa powder (preferably unsweetened)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup hot cocoa mix (use your favorite brand)
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
- For the Marshmallow Topping:
- 1 1/2 cups mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Brownie Batter: Whisk melted butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl. Add cocoa powder and vanilla extract. Mix in eggs one at a time, followed by salt, baking powder, and hot cocoa mix.
- Add the Flour and Chocolate Chips: Fold in the flour, mixing just until combined. Add mini chocolate chips (optional) and fold them in.
- Bake the Brownies: Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Add the Marshmallow Topping: Once baked, sprinkle marshmallows on top and bake for an additional 3-5 minutes until softened and lightly toasted.
- Cool and Slice: Let the brownies cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- Perfect Fudgy Texture: To keep the brownies fudgy, do not overbake. Start checking at 25 minutes for moist crumbs.
- Make It Extra Chocolatey: Add extra chocolate chips or swirl melted chocolate in the batter.
- Flavored Marshmallows: Experiment with cinnamon or chocolate marshmallows for a unique twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg