Description
Chocolate Lava Brownie Cookies are rich, fudgy cookies with gooey molten chocolate centers that ooze with every bite. Combining the best of brownies and cookies, they’re the perfect indulgent treat for chocolate lovers — crispy on the edges, soft in the middle, and irresistibly decadent.
Ingredients
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (plus extra for filling)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Optional: flaky sea salt for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and chocolate chips together in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Allow to cool slightly.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy (about 1–2 minutes).
- Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the sugar mixture and whisk until combined.
- In another bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined — the batter will be thick and glossy like brownie batter.
- Chill the dough for 20–30 minutes to make it easier to handle.
- Scoop about 2 tablespoons of dough, flatten slightly, and place a few chocolate chips (or a square of chocolate) in the center. Cover with another tablespoon of dough and roll into a ball, sealing the edges.
- Place dough balls 2 inches apart on the baking sheet. Bake for 9–11 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers are still soft.
- Cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt if desired.
- Serve warm to enjoy the gooey lava center.
Notes
- Use high-quality chocolate for the best lava texture and flavor.
- For an extra indulgent version, stuff with a chocolate truffle or caramel candy.
- Cookies will firm up as they cool — slightly underbake for a molten center.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to a month.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American