Frozen Marshmallow Cookies (Pull-Apart) Recipe - I Tested It
Using frozen marshmallows keeps them gooey and molten inside instead of burning. When you break a fresh cookie in half, the marshmallow stretches in this incredibly satisfying way that looks amazing and tastes even better. The cookies are thick, soft, and chewy with crispy edges, and that warm marshmallow center tastes exactly like a s'more.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- All-purpose flour 1.5 cups
- Baking soda 0.5 tsp
- Unsalted butter 0.5 cup
- Brown sugar 0.5 cup
- Granulated sugar 0.25 cup
- Large egg 1 each
- Semi-sweet chocolate chips 0.75 cup
- Large marshmallows (frozen) 6 each
Seasonings/Sauce
- Vanilla extract 1 tsp
- Salt 0.25 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates
40 g
54%
Protein
3 g
4%
Fat
13 g
42%
Cooking steps
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1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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2
Cream together the unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes).
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3
Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
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4
Mix in the flour, baking soda, and salt until just combined. Stir in the semi-sweet chocolate chips.
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5
Scoop out a heaping tablespoon of dough, flatten it in your hand, and wrap it around one frozen marshmallow, sealing the edges completely.
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6
Place each dough ball on the baking sheet, spacing at least 2 inches apart.
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7
Bake for 11-13 minutes, until edges are golden but centers are slightly underdone for that gooey marshmallow effect.
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8
Cool for 5-10 minutes before pulling apart—watch for the marshmallow stretch!
Personalized Q&A
Q. Is this Frozen Marshmallow Cookies (Pull-Apart) recipe the same as the viral TikTok version?
Yes! This recipe uses the frozen marshmallow center technique that blew up on TikTok, guaranteeing that signature stretchy, molten core when you pull the cookie apart.
Q. Is it actually easy to make Frozen Marshmallow Cookies (Pull-Apart) at home?
Absolutely—it’s as easy as scooping cookie dough and wrapping it around a frozen marshmallow. No complicated steps, minimal mess, and you get that satisfying viral result in under 25 minutes.
Q. Can I use different candies or chocolate with the frozen marshmallow center?
Definitely! While the viral version calls for classic marshmallows, you can swap in mini peanut butter cups, caramel pieces, or stuff in Oreos for your own twist.
Q. Are Frozen Marshmallow Cookies (Pull-Apart) healthy?
These cookies are definitely a treat—each one has about 295 calories and is pretty high in sugar and carbs, like most viral desserts. Enjoy them as an occasional fun snack!
Q. Why did Frozen Marshmallow Cookies (Pull-Apart) go viral on TikTok?
They went viral for that super-satisfying molten marshmallow stretch when you pull them apart, plus the easy hack of using frozen marshmallows for the perfect gooey center. Visually amazing and so tasty!
