Description
Chocolate Peanut Butter Lava Cookies are a heavenly treat that will delight any dessert lover. These warm, gooey cookies feature a molten chocolate center that flows like lava, perfectly complemented by the rich flavor of creamy peanut butter. Ideal for cozy nights in or festive gatherings, these cookies are sure to impress with their decadent taste and inviting aroma. Whip them up quickly for an indulgent moment or to share with friends—they’re guaranteed to be a hit!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until well combined.
- In another bowl, beat the softened butter and peanut butter until smooth.
- Add the eggs one at a time to the peanut butter mixture, mixing well after each addition.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips.
- Drop tablespoon-sized scoops of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spaced two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
- Let cool slightly before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg