Molten Red Velvet Cookies with Gooey Chocolate Center
Soft red velvet cookies with a molten, gooey chocolate center—a decadent twist on traditional cookies.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
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Eye‑catching red color, perfect for holidays or special treats.
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Gooey chocolate center makes each bite luxurious.
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Texture contrast: soft cookie exterior, melting inside.
Ingredients
(Tip: You can find the complete list of ingredients and their measurements in the recipe card below.)
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All‑purpose flour
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Cocoa powder
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Sugar (granulated + maybe brown)
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Butter
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Eggs
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Food coloring (red)
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Baking powder / soda
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Chocolate (bars or chunks) for center
Directions
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Preheat oven.
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Cream butter and sugars, add egg, coloring, cocoa.
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Mix dry ingredients.
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Form dough balls, insert chocolate chunk in centre.
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Bake just until edges are set; centre still gooey.
Servings and Timing
Makes ~12‑18 cookies depending on size.
Prep: ~20 min.
Bake: ~8‑10 min (shorter since gooey center).
Variations
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Use white chocolate or milk chocolate inside.
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Try “lava” style fillings (caramel, peanut butter).
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Reduce food coloring by using natural alternatives (beets, etc.).
Storage / Reheating
Store in airtight container; reheat briefly in oven if you like centre warm again.
FAQs
How do I avoid overbaking?
Watch edges vs centre; pull when edges are set but centre looks slightly underdone.
Food coloring tips?
Use gel food color for less liquid; natural color if preferred.
Can I make them dairy‑free?
Use dairy‑free butter and chocolate.
Best chocolate for molten centre?
Chunk that melts well but doesn’t entirely disappear.
Can I refrigerate dough ahead?
Yes: chill dough to firm up, may need slight longer bake.
Freezing?
Freeze raw dough or baked; reheat or bake from semi‑frozen.
How to keep shape?
Chill dough; avoid spreading by using parchment paper and proper bake temp.
Gluten‑free version?
Use a blend, adjust baking powder.
How to serve?
Warm with ice cream or whipped cream.
Are molton cookies messy?
Yes slightly—expect goo factor. Use good containers.
Conclusion
Molten red velvet cookies are dramatic, indulgent, and rewarding. For anyone wanting chocolate, wow factor, and a treat that feels special—this delivers without needing very complicated techniques.
PrintMolten Red Velvet Cookies with Gooey Chocolate Center
Soft and chewy red velvet cookies with a rich, gooey chocolate center. These molten cookies combine the classic flavor of red velvet with a luscious melted chocolate surprise in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 12–14 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 12–14 chocolate truffles or chocolate chunks (for center)
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, and red food coloring. Mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms.
- Take about 2 tablespoons of dough, flatten slightly, place a chocolate truffle or chunk in the center, and wrap the dough around to seal.
- Place cookies on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the edges are set but centers are soft.
- Cool for 5 minutes on the sheet, then transfer to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar if desired and serve warm for a molten center.
Notes
- Use high-quality chocolate truffles or chunks for the best molten center.
- Do not overbake to keep the centers gooey.
- Cookies can be rewarmed in the microwave for 10–15 seconds to re-melt the center.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: red velvet cookies, molten chocolate cookies, gooey center, chocolate stuffed cookies, red velvet dessert
