Chocolate Lava Cake Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 cup cold unsalted butter (cubed)
• 0.75 cup brown sugar (packed)
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 2 eggs (large, cold)
• 2.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup cocoa powder (Dutch-processed preferred)
• 1 tsp cornstarch
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 1.5 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (for the dough)
• 8 chocolate ganache or chocolate truffles (frozen spheres for the center)

Steps

1. 1

   In a large bowl or stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, cream the cold cubed butter with the brown sugar and granulated sugar until combined but not overly fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

2. 2

   Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until fully incorporated.

3. 3

   In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt.

4. 4

   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.

5. 5

   Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips by hand using a spatula.

6. 6

   Divide the dough into 8 large portions (approximately 125-140g each).

7. 7

   Flatten a portion of dough in your palm and place a frozen chocolate ganache ball or truffle in the center.

8. 8

   Wrap the dough around the chocolate center, ensuring it is completely sealed so the 'lava' doesn't leak out during baking. Repeat for all cookies.

9. 9

   Place the dough balls on a tray and chill in the freezer for at least 1 hour. This is crucial for the NYC-style thickness.

10. 10

    Preheat your oven to 410°F (210°C).

11. 11

    Place the chilled cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spaced well apart.

12. 12

    Bake for 10-12 minutes. The outside should be set but the center should remain soft.

13. 13

    Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for at least 10-15 minutes to firm up before serving warm.

Notes

For the lava center, you can make a simple ganache (equal parts hot cream and chocolate), freeze it into small scoops, or use store-bought chocolate truffles like Lindor. Chilling the dough is mandatory to prevent the cookies from spreading too thin.

Nutrition per serving

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