Description:
These Gooey Chocolate Lava Cookies are the ultimate treat for chocolate lovers! With a fudgy cookie exterior and a molten, gooey chocolate center, they’re a decadent dessert perfect for any special occasion or indulgent craving.
Ingredients (Quantities):
For the Cookie Dough:
- All-purpose flour: 1 cup
- Unsweetened cocoa powder: ½ cup
- Baking soda: ½ teaspoon
- Salt: ¼ teaspoon
- Unsalted butter: ½ cup (softened)
- Granulated sugar: ½ cup
- Brown sugar: ¼ cup
- Egg: 1 large
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Chocolate chips: 1 cup (semi-sweet or dark)
For the Lava Center:
- Chocolate pieces or squares: 12 small pieces (such as chocolate truffles, chocolate squares, or chocolate bars broken into small chunks)
Optional Ingredients:
- Sea salt: a pinch on top for added flavor
- Espresso powder: ¼ teaspoon for a richer chocolate flavor
Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven and Prepare a Baking Sheet:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. Cream Butter and Sugars:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes). Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing just until combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.
5. Form the Cookies and Add Lava Center:
- Take about 2 tablespoons of dough and flatten it slightly in your hand. Place a piece of chocolate in the center, then fold the dough around it to fully enclose the chocolate. Roll into a ball and place on the baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining dough and chocolate pieces, spacing cookies about 2 inches apart.
6. Bake:
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center still looks slightly undercooked. The cookies will continue to firm up as they cool.
7. Cool and Serve:
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Enjoy while still warm for the best gooey lava effect!
Tips for Success:
- Use high-quality chocolate: It will give the best gooey center.
- Do not overbake: Bake just until the edges are set for a soft, gooey center.
- Freeze lava centers: For an extra gooey center, freeze the chocolate pieces before inserting them into the cookie dough.
Recommendations:
- Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a truly indulgent dessert.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 1 month.
Nutrition (per cookie, estimated):
- Calories: 200
- Protein: 2g
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sodium: 100mg
Enjoy these Gooey Chocolate Lava Cookies—a decadent dessert that’s bound to impress with its irresistible molten center!
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