Imagine sinking your teeth into the most irresistible cookies that perfectly capture the essence of those late-night cravings! These Late Night Snack Cookies are not just another dessert - they're a flavor explosion that combines the sweet, salty, and utterly addictive elements that make midnight snacking an art form. With a perfect blend of chocolate chips, crunchy pretzels, and gooey marshmallows, these cookies are about to become your new obsession that will have you racing to the kitchen at any hour!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 27 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup crushed pretzels
- 1/4 cup mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- In a separate large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture, beating until fully incorporated and smooth.
- Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips, crushed pretzels, and mini marshmallows using a spatula, ensuring even distribution throughout the dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set but still soft.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve and enjoy your Late Night Snack Cookies with a glass of cold milk!
Tips
- Make sure your butter is truly softened but not melted - this ensures the perfect cookie texture.
- Don't overmix the dough after adding flour to keep the cookies tender and soft.
- For extra indulgence, slightly press additional chocolate chips and pretzel pieces on top of each cookie before baking.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform-sized cookies that bake evenly.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to help them set properly.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness, though they'll likely disappear quickly!
- For an extra late-night twist, warm the cookies in the microwave for 10 seconds before enjoying.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 25mg
