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Scoop about 2 tablespoons of dough, flatten it in your hand, and place a chocolate truffle or square in the center. Fold the dough around it and roll into a ball, making sure the center is completely enclosed.
Place dough balls on the baking sheet, spaced a few inches apart.
4. Bake
Bake for 9–11 minutes—the edges should be set, but the center will look slightly underbaked (this is what creates the gooey lava center).
Remove from oven and let the cookies sit for 5 minutes on the pan before transferring to a wire rack. Serve warm for maximum gooeyness!
🍨 Serving Suggestions
- Top with vanilla ice cream for a lava-cookie sundae
- Drizzle with salted caramel or melted chocolate
- Dust with powdered sugar for a bakery-style finish
💡 Tips & Tricks
- Use quality chocolate: Since chocolate is the star, use good chocolate chips or bars for both the dough and filling.
- Customize your filling: Try peanut butter cups, caramel squares, or flavored truffles for fun variations.
- Make ahead: Roll the dough balls and freeze them—just add a minute or two to the bake time when baking from frozen.
- Want them extra gooey? Slightly underbake and enjoy while warm.
❤️ Final Thoughts
Gooey Chocolate Lava Cookies take everything you love about cookies and lava cake and combine them into a single, unforgettable treat. They’re rich, indulgent, and totally satisfying. Best of all, they’re easy enough to make anytime a craving strikes—no restaurant dessert menu required.
Whether you’re baking them for a party or enjoying them curled up with a good book, these cookies will melt your heart and your taste buds.
Have you tried lava-style desserts at home? Let us know your favorite filling or twist on this indulgent classic!
