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Rolo Cookies

Delightfully gooey Rolo Cookies with a rich chocolate exterior and molten caramel center. Simple to make yet impressive enough for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 0.25 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, room temp Room temperature is non-negotiable.
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
Fillings and Toppings
  • 24 pieces Rolo candies, unwrapped
  • 3 tbsp granulated sugar (for rolling)
  • Flaky sea salt (optional, for topping) Enhances flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Mix the Dry Ingredients
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt for about 30 seconds.
Cream Butter and Sugars
  1. In a large bowl, beat the room-temperature butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar using a mixer on medium speed for 2 to 3 minutes.
Add Egg and Vanilla
  1. Crack in the egg and pour in the vanilla extract. Mix until fully combined, about 45 seconds.
Combine Wet and Dry
  1. Add the dry mixture to the wet mixture in two additions, mixing on low speed until just combined.
Wrap the Rolos
  1. Scoop about 1.5 tablespoons of dough, flatten it into a disc, place a Rolo in the center, and seal the dough around it.
Roll in Sugar and Bake
  1. Roll each ball in granulated sugar and place on baking sheets with at least 2 inches apart. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes.
Cool and Finish
  1. Add a pinch of flaky sea salt on top of each cookie right after baking, then let cool for 5 to 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

Seal the dough tightly around the Rolo to prevent leaks. For best results, don’t overbake, and feel free to chill the dough if it gets too warm.