Delicious Chocolate Lava Brownie Cookies: A Complete Cooking Guide
Indulging in a warm, gooey chocolate lava brownie cookie is a delightful experience that combines the rich flavors of brownies with the fun of cookies. These cookies are not only delicious but also surprisingly easy to make. This guide will walk you through the entire process, including ingredients, step-by-step instructions, and useful tips to ensure your cookies turn out perfectly every time.
Ingredients
For the Ganache Filling
– **6 oz (170 g)** semisweet chocolate, finely chopped
– **⅔ cup (157 ml)** heavy cream
For the Cookie Dough
– **1 cup (226 g)** unsalted butter, softened
– **1 ¼ cups (250 g)** granulated sugar
– **½ cup (100 g)** light brown sugar, firmly packed
– **1 large egg** + **1 large egg yolk**, room temperature preferred
– **1 teaspoon** vanilla extract
– **3 ⅓ cups (375 g)** cake flour
– **½ cup (50 g)** dark cocoa powder
– **2 tablespoons** cornstarch
– **1 teaspoon** baking powder
– **¼ teaspoon** baking soda
– **¾ teaspoon** salt
– Powdered sugar for dusting
Cooking Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Ganache Filling
1. Place the chopped chocolate in a medium-sized heat-proof bowl.
2. In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium-low heat until it starts steaming.
3. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate and cover with foil. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
4. After 5 minutes, whisk the mixture until smooth. Allow it to cool at room temperature or refrigerate until solidified, about 30 minutes.
Step 2: Make the Cookie Dough
1. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes).
2. Add in the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the cake flour, cocoa powder, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in three parts, mixing well after each addition.
Step 3: Assemble the Cookies
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Scoop out portions of cookie dough (about 2 tablespoons each) and flatten them slightly in your palm.
3. Place a dollop of the chilled ganache in the center of each flattened dough piece.
4. Carefully fold the dough over the ganache and roll it back into a ball, ensuring it’s completely sealed.
5. Place the cookie balls on the prepared baking sheets with enough space between them.
Step 4: Bake
1. Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-14 minutes or until just set around the edges but still soft in the center.
2. Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheet for at least 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Tips for Perfect Cookies
– **Chill Your Dough:** If your dough is too sticky to handle, chill it for about 20 minutes before shaping.
– **Watch Your Bake Time:** Overbaking will result in less gooey centers; keep an eye on them!
– **Serve Warm:** For that ultimate lava effect, serve these cookies warm right out of the oven.
Nutritional Information
Each cookie contains approximately:
– **Calories:** 369 kcal
– **Fat:** 22 g
– **Carbohydrates:** 42 g
– **Protein:** 4 g
This calorie count is based on making about 17 cookies from this recipe.
Cooking Time
– **Prep Time:** 35 minutes
– **Cook Time:** 13 minutes
– **Chilling Time:** 30 minutes
– **Total Time:** Approximately 1 hour and 18 minutes
Conclusion
These chocolate lava brownie cookies are sure to impress anyone who takes a bite! The combination of soft cookie exterior with a molten chocolate center makes for an irresistible treat perfect for any occasion.
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