Chocolate Lava Cake
Indulge in this decadent Chocolate Lava Cake that features a molten chocolate center, perfect for any dessert lover.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 24 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 large eggs
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease four ramekins with butter and lightly dust with flour to ensure a beautiful release later.
- Melt the unsalted butter and semi-sweet chocolate chips together in a microwave or double boiler until smooth and glossy.
- Whisk together the large eggs, egg yolks, and granulated sugar in a separate bowl until the mixture becomes pale and slightly thickened.
- Combine the smooth melted chocolate mixture with the egg mixture. Stir in the all-purpose flour, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until well incorporated.
- Divide the rich batter among the prepared ramekins, filling them about three-quarters full.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes until the edges are firm but the center is still soft, creating that signature lava effect.
- Cool the cakes for 1 minute, then carefully invert each ramekin onto a plate to serve immediately.
Notes
For a richer flavor, consider using dark chocolate instead of semi-sweet. Serve with vanilla ice cream or fresh berries for a delightful contrast.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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