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Chocolate Lava Cookies Recipe

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Decadent Chocolate Lava Cookies with a rich, molten chocolate center encased in a crackly, soft cookie exterior. These cookies combine a luscious semi-sweet chocolate core with a fudgy cocoa cookie dough, perfect for warm indulgence.

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

Chocolate and Butter

  • 10 oz semi-sweet chocolate, divided (6 oz chopped, 4 oz chunks for filling)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter

Wet Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set this mixture aside for later use.
  2. Melt Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 6 ounces of chopped semi-sweet chocolate with the unsalted butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval until the mixture is fully melted and smooth. Allow it to cool slightly before use.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined and smooth. Then add the cooled melted chocolate mixture and stir until the ingredients are fully incorporated.
  4. Combine Mixtures: Gradually fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined, ensuring not to overmix. The dough will be thick and somewhat sticky.
  5. Chill Dough: Cover the dough with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate it for at least a few hours to firm up, making it easier to shape.
  6. Form Cookies: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper. Divide the chilled dough into 12 equal portions. Flatten each portion, place one chocolate chunk (from the reserved 4 oz) in the center, and fold the dough completely around the chunk, sealing it inside to create a lava center.
  7. Bake Cookies: Place the cookie balls on the prepared baking sheets, spaced about 2 inches apart. Bake them for 10 to 12 minutes until the edges are set but the centers remain soft and gooey. The tops should develop a crackly texture.
  8. Serve: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Serve the cookies warm to enjoy the molten chocolate lava center.

Notes

  • Ensure not to overbake to maintain the molten lava center.
  • Chilling the dough helps prevent spreading and improves cookie texture.
  • You can substitute semi-sweet chocolate with dark chocolate for a richer flavor.
  • Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Reheat slightly before serving.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with vegan butter.

Keywords: Chocolate lava cookies, molten chocolate cookies, fudgy cookies, crackly chocolate cookies, warm chocolate dessert

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