Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Chocolate
- 6 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- 4 oz semi-sweet chocolate, cut into 12 chunks
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- Melt chocolate and butter: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the 6 oz chopped chocolate and butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until fully melted and smooth. Allow to cool slightly.
- Combine sugars, eggs, and vanilla: In a large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined. Add the melted chocolate mixture and stir until smooth.
- Fold in dry ingredients: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix. The dough will be thick and somewhat sticky.
- Chill the dough: Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Prepare cookie balls: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper. Divide the dough into 12 equal portions. Flatten each portion, place a chocolate chunk in the center, and fold the dough around it, sealing completely.
- Bake: Place the cookie balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are set but the centers are still soft. The tops should be crackly.
- Cool and serve: Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Serve warm to enjoy the molten center.
Notes
- For the best lava effect, don’t overbake these cookies. The edges should be set but the center should still be soft.
- If you want to prepare ahead, you can refrigerate the dough balls for up to 24 hours before baking.
- These cookies are best enjoyed warm when the center is still molten. If they cool completely, you can warm them in the microwave for 10-15 seconds.
- For an extra-special presentation, dust with powdered sugar just before serving.
- High-quality chocolate makes a big difference in this recipe – use the best you can find.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 95 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
