Description
These thick, fudgy chocolate cookies are packed with gooey marshmallows, crunchy nuts, and melty chocolate chips. Inspired by Levain Bakery, these rocky road cookies have crisp edges and soft, gooey centers, making them irresistible for chocolate lovers! Perfect for holidays, special occasions, or anytime you crave a decadent treat.
Ingredients
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1 stick (1/2 cup) cold unsalted butter, chopped
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1 large cold egg
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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1/2 cup cocoa powder (sift if lumpy)
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1 cup chocolate chips (plus extra for topping)
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1/2 cup chopped nuts (cashews, walnuts, almonds, pecans, or pistachios)
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1 cup mini marshmallows (plus extra for topping)
Instructions
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Preheat & Prep
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
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Make the Dough
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In a large mixing bowl, beat cold butter and sugar until creamy using an electric mixer.
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Add egg and mix until combined.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
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Combine & Shape
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Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix on low speed until soft cookie dough forms.
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Stir in chocolate chips and nuts.
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Scoop ¼ to ⅓ cup-sized portions of dough and roll into balls.
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Bake & Cool
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Arrange cookie dough balls on baking sheets, leaving space to spread.
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Press extra chocolate chips, nuts, and marshmallows on top, if desired.
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Bake for 9-11 minutes.
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Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 30 minutes before transferring to a container.
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Optional: Toast the Marshmallows
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After baking, place extra mini marshmallows on top.
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Use a kitchen torch to slightly toast them for a campfire-style look!
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Notes
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Measure flour & cocoa correctly to avoid a crumbly dough. Spoon and level without packing.
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Want extra gooey cookies? Press more marshmallows on top after baking and torch them lightly.
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Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
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Freeze: Freeze dough balls for up to 3 months. Bake directly from frozen, adding a minute or two to the baking time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg