Description
Indulge in the irresistible delight of Chocolate Peanut Butter Lava Cookies! These warm, gooey treats feature a luscious chocolate center that flows like molten magic with every bite. Perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to cozy evenings at home, these cookies will leave your taste buds dancing. With a harmonious blend of rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter, this simple recipe is sure to impress friends and family alike. Get ready to create sweet memories with these decadent cookies!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, stir in the peanut butter until smooth.
- Gradually sift in the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix until just combined—do not overmix!
- Fold in the chocolate chips gently.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spaced apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft. Allow cooling slightly before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg