Mississippi Mud Cookies

These Mississippi Mud Cookies are rich and fudgy, with a gooey marshmallow center and crunchy pecans on top. They are the perfect treat for chocolate lovers and are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. These cookies are easy to make and will impress your family and friends. Get ready to indulge in a taste of the Deep South with these irresistible Mississippi Mud Cookies!

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups mini marshmallows
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, mixing well after each addition.
6. Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
7. Bake for 8 minutes, then remove the baking sheet from the oven.
8. Quickly press a few marshmallows into the center of each cookie and sprinkle the chopped pecans on top.
9. Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for an additional 4-6 minutes, or until the marshmallows are puffed and slightly golden.
10. 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.

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