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Molten Lava Cake Cookies

Molten Lava Cake Cookies: Indulgent Gooey Chocolate Bliss

Indulge in these Molten Lava Cake Cookies with a gooey fudge center, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Switch to a gluten-free blend if needed
  • 1/2 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Dutch processed cocoa enhances richness
  • 1 box Instant Chocolate Fudge Pudding Mix Use unprepared mix
  • 1/4 cup Powdered Milk Can be omitted if unavailable
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Essential for flavor balance
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure it's fresh for the best rise
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Substitute half with brown sugar for extra depth
  • 1/2 cup Salted Butter Use unsalted if preferred
  • 2 large Eggs Must be at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup Whole Milk Any milk works, including non-dairy options
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract Can be swapped for vanilla paste
For the Fudge Center
  • 1/2 cup Hot Fudge Sauce Use thick store-bought or homemade
  • 1 tablespoon Powdered Sugar Optional for dusting before serving

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • cookie scoop
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, instant chocolate fudge pudding mix, powdered milk, salt, and baking soda.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the softened salted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add one room-temperature egg, an additional egg yolk, whole milk, and pure vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture and mix until smooth.
  5. Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until no flour streaks remain.
  6. Use a cookie scoop to form balls of dough on the baking sheet, flattening them slightly and adding a dollop of hot fudge sauce in the center.
  7. Bake cookies for 8-10 minutes, ensuring that the edges are set while the centers remain soft.
  8. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  9. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure hot fudge sauce is thick and cold for the best results. Experiment with different fillings like caramel or peanut butter for variety.

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