Description
Chocolate Marshmallow Cookies are a delightful treat combining rich chocolate with fluffy marshmallows.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/4 cups warm water
- 2 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3–4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 medium jalapeños, seeded and finely minced
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 cups very hot water
- 1/4 cup baking soda
- 1 egg + 2 tablespoons water (for egg wash)
- Coarse salt, for sprinkling
- 2 tablespoons melted butter (for brushing)
Instructions
- In a stand mixer bowl, combine 1 1/4 cups warm water, 2 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast, and 1 tablespoon sugar. Let the mixture sit for 5–10 minutes until it becomes frothy, indicating the yeast is active. Then stir in 1/2 teaspoon salt.
- Add 3 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 finely minced jalapeños (seeds removed), and 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese to the yeast mixture. Mix until combined, then gradually add more flour as necessary to create a smooth, slightly tacky dough that is not sticky.
- In a large bowl, mix 1/4 cup baking soda into 4 cups of very hot water. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 egg and 2 tablespoons water to make the egg wash.
- Divide the dough into four equal sections. Roll each section into a log and cut each log into three pieces. Roll each piece into a rope and twist into a classic pretzel shape.
- Dip each pretzel into the hot baking soda water bath for about 30 seconds to achieve the characteristic chewy crust. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush each pretzel with the egg wash and sprinkle with coarse salt. Bake in a preheated oven at 450°F (230°C) for 8–10 minutes until golden brown.
- While still warm, brush the baked pretzels with 2 tablespoons melted butter to add richness and a glossy sheen. Serve hot for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Best served warm.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
