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Decadent Molten Chocolate Lava Brownie Skillet Recipe with Vanilla Ice Cream

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A rich and gooey molten chocolate lava brownie baked in a skillet, featuring crisp edges and a flowing chocolate center, served warm with vanilla ice cream for the perfect contrast of hot and cold.

Ingredients

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  • ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted
  • ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup (50g) packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • ½ cup (65g) all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend)
  • ⅓ cup (35g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup (90g) semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips or chunks
  • Vanilla ice cream, for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Position the rack in the center.
  2. Lightly grease an 8-inch oven-safe skillet with butter or non-stick spray. Optionally dust with cocoa powder.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
  5. In a separate bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
  6. Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  7. Fold in chocolate chips or chunks.
  8. Pour batter into the prepared skillet and smooth the top.
  9. Bake for 18-22 minutes until edges are set and slightly crisp but center jiggles slightly.
  10. Remove from oven and cool for 5 minutes.
  11. Serve warm with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs for smoother batter. Do not overmix to keep brownies fudgy. Watch baking time closely to maintain molten center. Preheat cast iron skillet slightly for crisper edges. Batter can be refrigerated in skillet up to 24 hours before baking; add 2-3 minutes to baking time. Avoid overbaking to preserve lava effect. Let skillet rest 5 minutes before serving. Optional toppings include chopped nuts, fresh berries, or caramel drizzle.

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