Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

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Preparation Time: 15 minutes

Cooking Time: 12-14 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 6 oz semi-sweet chocolate (chopped)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • Pinch of salt
  • Butter for greasing the ramekins
  • Cocoa powder (for dusting the ramekins)
  • Vanilla ice cream (for serving, optional)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the Oven:
    Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease 4 ramekins with butter and lightly dust them with cocoa powder to prevent the cakes from sticking.
  2. Melt the Chocolate:
    In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and chopped chocolate together in 20-second intervals, stirring in between until completely smooth.
  3. Mix the Batter:
    Whisk the powdered sugar into the melted chocolate mixture. Then, add the eggs and egg yolks, one at a time, whisking after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract, followed by the flour and a pinch of salt, mixing until just combined.
  4. Fill the Ramekins:
    Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 of the way full.
  5. Bake the Lava Cakes:
    Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are firm, but the center is still slightly soft. The tops should look set, and the cakes will “lava” when cut into.
  6. Serve:
    Let the cakes cool for 1 minute before carefully running a knife around the edges to loosen. Invert each ramekin onto a plate. Serve immediately with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or fresh berries.

Tips for Perfect Chocolate Lava Cake:

  • Don’t Overbake: The key to a molten center is not overbaking the cakes. Check around 12 minutes for the perfect gooey center.
  • Make Ahead: You can prepare the batter a day in advance, refrigerate the ramekins, and bake them right before serving.
  • Customization: Add a teaspoon of espresso powder to the batter to intensify the chocolate flavor, or top the cakes with whipped cream or fresh fruit for a twist.

This Chocolate Lava Cake recipe creates the perfect dessert with a rich, molten center that is sure to impress. A decadent, easy treat for any special occasion!

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