Prepare to embark on a mouthwatering journey that will transform your dessert experience forever! These Chocolate Chip Lava Cookies are not just another ordinary treat - they're a decadent explosion of gooey chocolate and buttery cookie perfection that will make your taste buds dance with pure joy. Imagine breaking open a warm cookie to reveal a luscious, molten chocolate center that oozes out like liquid gold, promising an irresistible experience that will have everyone begging for your secret recipe.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, using an electric mixer on medium speed. This should take about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition and scraping down the sides of the bowl to ensure even mixing.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to create a uniform dry mixture.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the chocolate chips using a spatula, distributing them evenly throughout the dough.
- Scoop approximately 2 tablespoons of dough for each cookie, creating a small well in the center to allow for the lava effect.
- Place the cookie dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown but the center still looks slightly soft.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the lava effect, serve the cookies warm, allowing the chocolate chips to create a molten, gooey center when broken open.
Tips
- Use room temperature butter and eggs for smoother, more consistent dough mixing.
- Don't overmix the dough - this can lead to tough cookies instead of soft, tender ones.
- Create a deep well in the center of each cookie dough ball to enhance the lava effect.
- Watch the baking time carefully - the key is golden edges with a slightly soft center.
- For maximum gooey effect, serve the cookies warm within 10-15 minutes of baking.
- Use high-quality chocolate chips for a richer, more luxurious molten center.
- If the dough seems too soft, chill it in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes before baking.
- Use a silicone baking mat or parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Cholesterol: 70mg
