Irresistible Chocolate Lava Brownie Cookies
These cookies combine the fudgy richness of a brownie with the gooey surprise of molten chocolate in the center, making them a decadent and easy-to-make treat perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup (150g) brown sugar
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups (155g) all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup (40g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (90g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Chocolate squares or truffles for the molten center
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, 3/4 cup (150g) brown sugar, and 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar until light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
- Add 2 large eggs and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to the mixture. Beat until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 1/4 cups (155g) all-purpose flour, 1/3 cup (40g) cocoa powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cookies tender.
- Fold in 1/2 cup (90g) semi-sweet chocolate chips.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to make it easier to handle.
- Once chilled, scoop about 2 tablespoons of dough and flatten it slightly in your palm. Place a square of chocolate or truffle in the center, then wrap the dough around it, ensuring the chocolate is fully enclosed.
- Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft. Don’t overbake—they’ll firm up as they cool.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.
- Enjoy these cookies warm for the ultimate gooey center experience!
Notes
[‘Don’t skip chilling the dough to prevent spreading while baking.’, ‘Use quality chocolate for the molten center for the best flavor.’, ‘Avoid overbaking to maintain a gooey center.’, ‘Work quickly if your kitchen is warm to prevent the dough from softening too much.’, ‘Double the batch if serving a crowd, as these cookies disappear quickly.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 210
- Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 28
- Protein: 3
Keywords: Chocolate Lava Cookies, Brownie Cookies, Gooey Center Cookies, Easy Dessert Recipe, Chocolate Treats