Delish Marshmallow Dream Cookies

This is a cookie that refuses to be boring. Think pillowy marshmallow pockets tucked into a slightly crunchy, buttery cookie shell — like a warm childhood memory that got upgraded with better snacks and fewer nap rules. I call it Delish Marshmallow Dream Cookies because “melt-in-your-mouth sugar cloud” felt dramatic even for me. You should try it because it’s delightfully easy, wildly forgiving, and the sort of thing you can pretend was a total accident when guests arrive.
My husband once thought “more is more” and dumped an entire bag of mini marshmallows into the batter without looking. The result: cookies that looked like tiny, sticky UFOs and a very boozy marriage proposal to the oven mitt (don’t ask). The kids declared them “marshmallow volcano cookies” and I declared him banned from measuring cups for a week. We survived. The cookies didn’t — they disappeared before I could document anything properly. Also yes, this pan is too small. No, I won’t wash fewer dishes.
Why You’ll Love This Delish Marshmallow Dream Cookies
– They’re nostalgic without being stuck in 1997. Marshmallows + cookie = instant cozy.
– Textural magic: slightly crisp edges, soft center, gooey marshmallow surprise. It’s dramatic dessert theater in bite form.
– Ridiculously forgiving. Burned one? Cut off the charcoal, nobody needs to know.
– Perfect for feeding a crowd or pretending you baked for two when you actually ate half the batch straight from the tray.
Time-Saving Hacks
– Buy mini marshmallows or marshmallow fluff. It’s not cheating — it’s efficient.
– Use a stand mixer? Fine. No mixer? A sturdy spoon and some stubborn optimism work just as well.
– Line a baking sheet with parchment so you can just toss the tray and call it “recycling.”
– Chill the dough in the freezer for 10 minutes if you’re impatient. Yes, 10 minutes counts as a time-saving moment.
– Use cookie scoops and bake in batches. Fewer pans, fewer tragedies.
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Serving Ideas
– Serve with a cold glass of milk like a normal child, or a hot coffee if you’re pretending to be a functioning adult.
– Offer alongside vanilla ice cream for those who want to commit to dessert apocalypses.
– Plop one on a plate with wine if the kids drove you nuts that day. It pairs surprisingly well with “I need wine.”
– Keep it simple: cookie + napkin + zero judgments.
What to Serve It With
I like these with plain vanilla ice cream, a pot of strong coffee, or a small bowl of fruit if you’re trying to act balanced. For real: cookies alone are a perfectly valid food group.
Tips & Mistakes
– Don’t overbake. Pull them when edges are just golden — the marshmallow will keep things gooey inside.
– Too many marshmallows = structural collapse. I learned this the sticky way.
– If dough’s too sticky, toss it in the fridge for 15 minutes. Patience solves many kitchen crimes.
– Yes, this pan is too small. No, I won’t wash fewer dishes. You’ll thank me later when the cookies don’t become one giant blob.
Storage Tips
Store it in the fridge… if there’s any left. Cold midnight leftovers? Sometimes better than fresh. For day-after eating, keep in an airtight container at room temp for 2 days or refrigerated for up to a week — assuming you and your family have more self-control than mine.
Variations and Substitutions
Swap whatever you want—sugar ↔ honey, soy sauce ↔ tamari, or skip steps and call it “deconstructed.” It still counts. Add chocolate chips, toasted nuts, or swap in gluten-free flour and pretend you planned it that way. I’ve subbed in brown butter once and felt like a chef for three minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions

Delish Marshmallow Dream Cookies
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar not null
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened not null
- 1 large egg not null
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract not null
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour not null
- 0.5 teaspoon baking powder not null
- 0.25 teaspoon salt not null
- 1 cup mini marshmallows not null
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the granulated sugar and softened butter until smooth.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the mini marshmallows.
- Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
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