Easy Rocky Road Cookies

Steps

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   Preheat your oven to 350°F.
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   In a medium bowl, combine the dry ingredients: flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking soda. Sift together to remove any lumps.
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   In a large bowl with a stand mixer or hand mixer, cream together the room temperature butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar on medium speed for 3 minutes until light and fluffy.
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   Add the large egg and vanilla extract. Mix for 30 seconds until well combined, then scrape down the bowl.
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   Add the dry mixture in three portions on low speed, mixing just until combined after each addition. Be careful not to overmix.
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   Fold in the chocolate chips, mini marshmallows, and chopped toasted almonds. Mix on low speed just until everything is evenly distributed.
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   Prepare two rimmed baking sheets lined with parchment paper. Using a 1½ tablespoon ice cream scoop, portion the dough onto the sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
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   Optional: Top each cookie with a halved mini marshmallow and a few chocolate chips for a decorative finish.
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   Bake at 350°F for 8-10 minutes until the edges are set and the cookies are puffed. Remove from the oven and allow to cool.
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