10 of the Best Christmas Cookies! ALL the Cookies You Should Make This Year!

unsweetened cocoa powder

🥗Healthier: carob powder

💰Cheaper: chocolate syrup

Carob powder is lower in fat and sugar, while chocolate syrup can be a more accessible option.

unsalted butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat alternative, while margarine can be a cost-effective substitute.

chocolate chips

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate chips

💰Cheaper: chocolate bars chopped

Dark chocolate chips offer more antioxidants, while chopped chocolate bars can be less expensive.

mini marshmallows

🥗Healthier: homemade marshmallows

💰Cheaper: regular marshmallows

Homemade marshmallows can be made with fewer additives, while regular marshmallows are often cheaper.

Start with a chocolate cake mix and dump it into a bowl.

Add 1/3 cup of vegetable oil to the bowl.

Crack 2 eggs and add them to the bowl.

Mix the ingredients together, starting with a whisk and then using a spoon as it thickens.

Roll the dough into one-inch-sized balls and place them on a cookie sheet, filling it with 12 cookies.

Bake the cookies at 350°F for about 5-6 minutes.

Remove the cookies from the oven and place mini marshmallows on top of each cookie.

Return the cookies to the oven for an additional 2-2.5 minutes until the marshmallows are soft and can be made golden brown if desired.

Spread frosting over the melted marshmallows once the cookies cool slightly.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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