Chocolate Molten Lava Cakes
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with these decadent Chocolate Molten Lava Cakes—an irresistible combination of a tender, cake-like exterior and a rich, gooey chocolate center. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is perfect for impressing dinner guests or satisfying your chocolate cravings in a flash. Made with bittersweet chocolate, a touch of cocoa powder, and a pinch of salt to enhance the flavors, these individual cakes are simple yet luxurious. Serve them warm, inverted from their ramekins, and pair with a dusting of powdered sugar, fresh berries, or a creamy scoop of vanilla ice cream for a restaurant-worthy treat. Perfectly portioned for four servings, these show-stopping cakes bring gourmet flair to any occasion while staying surprisingly easy to prepare at home!
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Ingredients
- 115 grams Unsalted butter
- 170 grams Bittersweet or semisweet chocolate
- 100 grams Granulated sugar
- 2 Large eggs
- 2 Large egg yolks
- 30 grams All-purpose flour
- 1 pinch Salt
- 1 tablespoon Butter (for greasing ramekins)
- 1 tablespoon Cocoa powder (for dusting ramekins)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F).
Step 2
Grease four 6-ounce ramekins with butter and dust them lightly with cocoa powder, ensuring an even coating. Tap out any excess cocoa powder.
Step 3
In a heatproof bowl, melt the butter and chocolate together using a double boiler or in the microwave at 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Let it cool slightly.
Step 4
In another bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, eggs, and egg yolks until pale and thick, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 5
Gradually fold the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, stirring gently to avoid deflating the batter.
Step 6
Sift in the flour and add a pinch of salt. Gently fold until just combined and no streaks of flour remain.
Step 7
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.
Step 8
Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 11-12 minutes. The edges should be set, but the centers will still look soft and jiggly.
Step 9
Remove from the oven and let the cakes cool for 1-2 minutes. Carefully run a knife around the edges to loosen the cakes.
Step 10
Invert each ramekin onto a serving plate and gently lift to release. Serve immediately, optionally garnished with powdered sugar, fresh berries, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (569.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2622.8 |
| Total Fat 182.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 103.6g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 1023.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 357.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 233.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 182.0g | |
| Protein 30.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 121.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 234.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 18.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1277.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories