Loaded Rocky Road Hanukkah Christmas (Print Version)

Chewy holiday cookies bursting with chocolate, marshmallows, nuts, and festive sprinkles for winter gatherings.

# Components:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
03 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
04 - 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt

→ Wet Ingredients

05 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
06 - 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
07 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
08 - 2 large eggs
09 - 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

→ Mix-ins

10 - 1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
11 - 1 1/4 cups mini marshmallows
12 - 1 cup walnuts or pecans, chopped
13 - 1/2 cup festive holiday sprinkles

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and sea salt until evenly blended.
03 - In a large bowl, cream unsalted butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar with an electric mixer or whisk until light and fluffy.
04 - Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Blend in vanilla extract until smooth.
05 - Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring only until combined without overmixing.
06 - Gently fold in chocolate chips, chopped nuts, and 3/4 cup of mini marshmallows using a rubber spatula.
07 - Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing cookies 2 inches apart.
08 - Press a few extra marshmallows and holiday sprinkles onto the tops of each dough mound for festive appearance.
09 - Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until edges are set but the centers remain soft.
10 - Allow cookies to cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Festive for Hanukkah, Christmas, and winter gatherings
  • Easy, one-bowl dough that comes together quickly
02 -
  • Omit nuts for a nut-free version and substitute extra chocolate chips or dried fruit
  • Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days for best freshness
03 -
  • For extra gooey cookies, add more marshmallows to the tops just before baking
  • Swap walnuts or pecans for almonds or hazelnuts if desired for new flavors