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Chocolate Lava Cookies

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Chocolate lava cookies combine the richness of a brownie with the surprise of a molten chocolate center in every bite. Crisp on the outside and gooey in the middle, they’re a luxurious dessert perfect for any chocolate lover.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 45 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Yield: 18 cookies
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • For the chocolate lava filling:
  • 12 oz dark baking chocolate, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, chopped
  • 1/4 cup baking cocoa
  • 2/3 cup heavy whipping cream
  • For the cookie dough:
  • 2 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup baking cocoa
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp instant espresso powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 large egg yolk, room temperature
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • For finishing:
  • Confectioners’ sugar, for dusting

Instructions

  1. Make the filling: Heat cream until just simmering, whisk in cocoa, then pour over chopped chocolate and butter. Stir until melted and smooth. Freeze 1 hour until scoopable.
  2. Scoop tablespoon-sized chocolate portions, roll into balls, and freeze on a lined sheet tray for 30+ minutes until firm.
  3. Make the cookie dough: Mix dry ingredients in one bowl. In another, cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs, yolk, and vanilla. Mix in dry ingredients just until combined. Chill dough for 30 minutes or overnight.
  4. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet. Wrap 2 tablespoons of dough around each frozen chocolate ball, sealing completely.
  5. Place cookies 2 inches apart on the baking sheet. Bake 10–12 minutes until edges are set and centers slightly soft.
  6. Cool 5 minutes on the pan, then transfer to a wire rack. Dust with confectioners’ sugar and serve warm.

Notes

  • Ensure filling is fully frozen for a clean lava effect.
  • Seal cookie dough completely to prevent leaks.
  • Add chopped nuts or swirl peanut butter into ganache for variations.
  • Warm cookies in the microwave for molten centers after storing.

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