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Chocolate Lava Brownie Cookies Recipe

Chocolate Lava Brownie Cookies Recipe
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These decadent Chocolate Lava Brownie Cookies combine the rich, gooey center of a lava cake with the chewy texture of a brownie cookie, making them the perfect indulgent treat for chocolate lovers. Featuring a molten chocolate core hidden inside a soft, fudgy cookie, they are ideal for serving warm and fresh from the oven.

Ingredients

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Chocolate Base

  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter

Sugars and Wet Ingredients

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

Dry Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Chocolate Add-ins

  • 1 cup mini chocolate chips (or chocolate chunks)
  • 1/2 cup gooey chocolate truffle or chocolate fudge filling (optional for lava center)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
  2. Melt the Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and unsalted butter. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring well between each, until the mixture is smooth and fully melted. Allow it to cool slightly to avoid cooking the eggs later.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth, creamy, and slightly thickened.
  4. Combine: Gradually pour the melted chocolate and butter mixture into the sugar and egg mixture, stirring constantly until all ingredients are fully incorporated and uniform in texture.
  5. Dry Ingredients: Sift together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in another bowl to remove lumps. Slowly add this dry mixture into the wet mixture, folding gently until just combined to maintain a fudgy texture.
  6. Add Mini Chocolate Chips: Fold in the mini chocolate chips or chunks to distribute small bursts of chocolate flavor throughout the cookie dough.
  7. Form the Cookies: Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, portion out dough balls. If using the gooey chocolate truffle or fudge filling, create a small indentation in the center of each dough ball and add a spoonful of the filling. Carefully seal the dough around the center so the filling is completely enclosed.
  8. Bake: Arrange the cookie dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow spreading. Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges appear set but the centers remain slightly soft and underbaked for the perfect molten center.
  9. Cool and Serve: Let the cookies rest on the baking sheet for a few minutes to firm up slightly, then transfer them to a wire rack. Serve warm to enjoy the luscious, gooey lava center at its best.

Notes

  • For a more intense chocolate flavor, use high-quality semi-sweet chocolate chips and cocoa powder.
  • Ensure the melted chocolate mixture cools before mixing with eggs to prevent scrambling.
  • The optional truffle or fudge filling adds a dramatic lava effect but can be omitted for simpler cookies.
  • Do not overbake cookies; they should be soft in the center to retain the lava texture.
  • Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
  • Reheat in a microwave briefly before serving to revive the gooey inner center.

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