These hot cocoa cookies are a delicious cookie for winter or any time of the year. I made a peppermint hot cocoa cookies recipe, but you can use marshmallows or your favorite topping. These cake mix cookies are easy to make in just a few minutes for a quick treat.

Peppermint Hot Cocoa Cookies Recipe

We drink a lot of hot cocoa in the winter. Sometimes we drink it plain; other times we add peppermint, marshmallows, or whipped cream.

These easy cake mix cookies are made with real hot cocoa mix, so they have a true hot chocolate flavor and not just chocolate.

Top them with your favorite hot cocoa toppings for a delicious treat your family will love.

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What are Hot Cocoa Cookies?

These hot chocolate mix cookies have real hot cocoa mix in them, so they taste like a steamy mug of hot cocoa.

These cookies capture the essence of cozy winter evenings by combining the rich chocolaty goodness of hot cocoa with the irresistible appeal of freshly baked treats.

Using Cake Mix for Cookies

I buy cake mixes when they are on sale or I can use a double coupon to get them really cheap. Cake mix cookies are delicious and so easy to make!

It saves time and effort without compromising on flavor or texture. With cake mix, you can achieve consistent results every time, ensuring that your cookies turn out perfectly soft and chewy with just the right amount of sweetness.

I used a chocolate fudge cake mix, but you can use your favorite chocolate cake mix.

Best Hot Cocoa Mix for Peppermint Hot Cocoa Cookies

We go through a lot of hot cocoa mix, so I either use my homemade hot chocolate mix or Swiss Miss hot cocoa mix.

You can use your favorite mix.

Hot Chocolate Cookie Variations

I made a peppermint hot cocoa cookies recipe, but you can change the toppings if you want to. Here are some variations to try:

Try using a red velvet cake mix for a different flavor.
Add chopped nuts on top of the cookies.
Add caramel chips for more flavor and texture.
Use cinnamon chips and a pinch of chili powder for Mexican hot chocolate.
Top with freeze dried marshmallows.

How to Store Hot Chocolate Mix Cookies

To keep your hot cocoa cookies fresh and delicious, store them in an airtight container at room temperature. Be sure to seal the container tightly to prevent air and moisture from seeping in, as exposure to humidity can cause the cookies to become stale.

With proper storage, your hot cocoa cookies will stay soft and chewy for several days, though they're likely to disappear much sooner than that!

You can also freeze leftovers, but it might make the toppings soggy when you thaw them.

Easy Hot Cocoa Cookies Ingredients

13.25 box of chocolate fudge cake mix
2 tablespoons (1 packet) hot cocoa mix
2 large eggs
1/2 cup vegetable oil
12 marshmallows, cut in half
1/3 cup baking chocolate, melted
2-3 candy canes, crushed (or use peppermint bits)

How to Make Peppermint Hot Cocoa Cookies Recipe

Step #1

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step #2

Combine the cake mix, hot cocoa mix, eggs, and oil in a large bowl. Stir until it forms a dough.

Step #3

Use a cookie scoop to drop spoonfuls onto the baking sheet. Place dough 2 to 3 inches apart. Bake for 7 minutes.

Step #4

After 7 minutes, remove the cookies from the oven and place one half of a marshmallow in the center. Bake for one more minute and then remove from the oven.

Step #5

Add the chocolate to a piping bag. Heat for 15 seconds in the microwave until melted. Snip off the end and drizzle chocolate over the center or each cookie. Sprinkle with crushed candy canes.

Let cool and enjoy!

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