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Rocky Road Chocolate Fudge Cookies

Rocky Road Chocolate Fudge Cookies are a delightful treat that combines rich chocolate, chewy marshmallows, and crunchy nuts in every bite. These easy-to-make cookies promise a gooey center with a satisfying chew, making them perfect for satisfying sweet cravings or impressing guests at gatherings. Enjoy them warm with a glass of milk or share them at parties for a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time followed by the vanilla extract until fully combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  5. Fold in chocolate chips, chopped nuts, and mini marshmallows using a spatula.
  6. Drop rounded balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart. Bake for approximately 10 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
  7. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for five minutes before transferring them to wire racks.

Nutrition

Keywords: - For added flavor, consider lightly toasting the nuts before mixing them into the batter. - Customize your cookies by substituting walnuts with pecans or using dark chocolate chips for a richer taste.