Indulge in rich chocolate lava brownie cookies with a gooey molten center. These fudgy, bakery-style cookies are easy to make and perfect for chocolate lovers.

Chocolate Lava Brownie Cookies

Rich, fudgy brownie cookies with a molten chocolate center—crispy on the outside and gooey inside.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 12

Total Time 40

Servings: 12 cookies

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: Américaine

Calories: 220

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

For the cookie dough:
1 cup 170g dark chocolate chips
1/2 cup 115g unsalted butter
3/4 cup 150g granulated sugar
1/4 cup 50g brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
3/4 cup 95g all-purpose flour
1/4 cup 25g cocoa powder
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
For the lava center:
12 pieces chocolate squares or frozen chocolate ganache balls

Equipment

Mixing bowls
Whisk or electric hand mixer
Rubber spatula
Microwave-safe bowl or double boiler
Baking tray
Parchment paper
Cookie scoop (optional, for even sizing)
Cooling rack

Method

Melt chocolate & butter
In a heatproof bowl, melt chocolate chips and butter together (microwave or double boiler). Stir until smooth. Let cool slightly.
Mix wet ingredients
Add granulated sugar and brown sugar. Mix well. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
Add dry ingredients
Sift in flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Fold until just combined.
Chill dough (important)
Refrigerate for 15–20 minutes so it’s easier to handle.
Shape cookies
Scoop dough, flatten slightly, place a chocolate square in the center, and wrap dough around it to seal.
Bake
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are set but centers are soft.
Cool slightly & serve
Let cool for 5 minutes. Serve warm for gooey lava center.