Decadent Rocky Road Cookies: a sweet adventure in every bite
Indulge in the delicious chaos of these Rocky Road Cookies, where classic cookie dough meets the whimsical mix of chocolate chips, mini marshmallows and chopped raspberry pops. Each cookie is a mini celebration of textures and flavors, perfectly capturing the spirit of the traditional rocky road dessert in a chewy, gooey and irresistibly sweet form.
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Why you'll love this: These cookies are a perfect treat for anyone who loves the combination of chocolate, fruit and marshmallows. The addition of raspberry pops adds a unique touch, providing bursts of fruity flavor that perfectly complement the rich chocolate and soft, gooey marshmallows.
Perfect occasion: These cookies are fantastic for parties, family gatherings, or as a fun baking project with the kids. They also make great gifts during holidays or special occasions. Serve them at casual get-togethers or during the holiday season for a festive treat that's sure to please everyone.
Decorating Tips: For an extra touch of indulgence, drizzle melted chocolate over the cooled cookies or dip half of each cookie in the chocolate and let set. You can also sprinkle a little sea salt or a few extra chopped raspberry pops for added flavor and texture.
Ingredients:
- 250 g unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 2 1/2 cups plain flour (substitute 1 cup cake flour + 1 1/2 cups plain flour)
- 1 teaspoon of corn flour
- 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1 3/4 cup chocolate chips
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
- 3/4 cup chopped raspberry pops (instead of cashews)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a baking tray with baking paper.
- In a large bowl, beat together the softened butter, brown sugar, and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat the eggs one by one, then add the vanilla extract.
- Sift together the cocoa powder, plain flour, cornstarch, baking soda and salt. Gradually mix these dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Stir in chocolate chips, mini marshmallows and chopped raspberry pops until evenly distributed.
- Drop tablespoon-sized portions of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is still soft.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy these luxurious Rocky Road Cookies, a delicious treat that combines classic comfort with a touch of fun and fruity excitement!