Chocolate Lava Cakes
Chocolate Lava Cakes are the ultimate indulgence, featuring a rich, molten chocolate center encased in a soft, decadent shell. Perfectly baked to create an irresistible contrast between the warm, gooey filling and the delicate exterior, these cakes are sure to impress at any dinner party or cozy night in. Serve them warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a dusting of powdered sugar for an unforgettable dessert experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 29 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- Cocoa powder (for greasing ramekins)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and grease four ramekins with unsalted butter, dusting them with cocoa powder.
- Melt dark chocolate and unsalted butter together in a microwave or double boiler until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, whole eggs, and egg yolks until thick and pale.
- Gently fold the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, then sift in the flour and fold until just combined.
- Divide the batter among the prepared ramekins and bake for 12-14 minutes until the edges are firm but the centers jiggle slightly.
- Let cool for one minute, then run a knife around the edges to loosen before inverting onto plates. Serve warm with toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake (80g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
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