Description
Indulge in the rich decadence of these Chocolate Lava Cookies with a gooey, molten center that will satisfy your sweet cravings. Perfect for chocolate lovers and easy to make for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 10 oz semi-sweet chocolate, divided
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- Melt Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 6 oz chopped chocolate and butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until fully melted and smooth. Allow to cool slightly.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined. Add the melted chocolate mixture and stir until smooth.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix. The dough will be thick and somewhat sticky.
- Chill Dough: Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least a few hours.
- Form Cookies: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper. Divide the dough into 12 equal portions. Flatten each portion, place a chocolate chunk in the center, and fold the dough around it, sealing completely.
- Bake Cookies: Place the cookie balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are set but the centers are still soft. The tops should be crackly.
- Serve: Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Serve warm to enjoy the molten center.
Notes
- For extra gooey centers, slightly underbake the cookies.
- You can customize by adding nuts or a scoop of ice cream when serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Chocolate Lava Cookies, Chocolate Cookies, Dessert Recipe, Molten Chocolate Cookies
