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Desserts
Oreo Lava Cookies
Rich chocolate cookies stuffed with a molten vanilla cream center and crunchy Oreo pieces.
Prep
25 mins
Cook
12 mins
Total
37 mins
Servings
8 servings
How to make Oreo Lava Cookies
These Oreo lava cookies are thick, fudgy, and filled with a warm creamy center that melts beautifully when opened. The chocolate cookie dough bakes into a soft brownie-like shell with crushed Oreo pieces for extra crunch. They are rich, dramatic, and perfect for serving warm when you want a dessert that feels extra indulgent.
- 1Line a small tray with parchment paper and spoon 8 tablespoons of white chocolate spread or thick vanilla cream into small mounds.
- 2Freeze the cream mounds for at least 30 minutes, or until firm.
- 3Melt the dark chocolate and butter together in a heatproof bowl over a pan of simmering water, then let cool for 5 minutes.
- 4In a large bowl, whisk the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until thick and glossy.
- 5Pour in the melted chocolate mixture and whisk until smooth.
- 6In a separate bowl, mix the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- 7Fold the dry ingredients into the chocolate mixture until a thick dough forms.
- 8Fold in the crushed Oreo cookies.
- 9Chill the dough for 20 minutes until firm enough to scoop.
- 10Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- 11Scoop a large portion of dough, flatten it slightly, and place one frozen cream mound in the center.
- 12Wrap the dough around the filling completely and roll gently into a thick ball.
- 13Place the cookies on the prepared baking tray, leaving space between each one.
- 14Press extra crushed Oreo pieces on top.
- 15Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until the tops are crackly and the centers still look soft.
- 16Let the cookies cool on the tray for 10 minutes before serving warm.
Tips for the best result
- Freeze the filling well before stuffing the cookies
- Use a thick filling rather than a runny sauce for the cleanest lava center
- Do not overbake or the cookies will lose their gooey texture
- Make the cookies large enough to fully enclose the filling
- Serve warm for the most dramatic molten center
Nutrition note
A rich dessert cookie with deep chocolate flavor, Oreo crunch, and a sweet creamy center, best enjoyed as an indulgent treat.
Storage and make-ahead tips
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days
- Reheat each cookie in the microwave for 8 to 12 seconds to soften the lava center
- Freeze unbaked stuffed cookie dough balls for up to 2 months
- Bake from frozen, adding 1 to 2 minutes to the baking time
Recipe FAQ
Yes, but mix it with white chocolate spread or cream cheese to make enough filling and create a smoother center.
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