Molten Lava Cake
Indulge in the decadence of homemade *Molten Lava Cake*, a dessert that marries the richness of dark chocolate with the allure of a gooey, molten center. This quick and easy recipe, ready in under 30 minutes, features premium ingredients like dark chocolate (70% cocoa) and a pinch of vanilla for depth of flavor. Perfectly portioned for four servings, these individual cakes boast a delicate outer crust that gives way to a warm, chocolate lava core. With the simple techniques of greasing ramekins and dusting with cocoa powder, you’ll achieve bakery-level finesse right from your kitchen. Serve these heavenly desserts straight from the oven for an irresistible treat, garnished with a dusting of powdered sugar or a dollop of cream. Perfect for special occasions or a luxurious weeknight indulgence, this *Molten Lava Cake* is a chocolate lover’s dream come true!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 115 grams Unsalted butter
- 115 grams Dark chocolate (70% cocoa)
- 120 grams Powdered sugar
- 2 Large eggs
- 2 Egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 60 grams All-purpose flour
- 1 pinch Salt
- Butter (for greasing)
- Cocoa powder (for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 220°C (430°F).
Grease four ramekins with butter and dust with cocoa powder, ensuring they are thoroughly coated to prevent sticking.
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the unsalted butter and dark chocolate. Heat in the microwave in 20-second increments, stirring after each, until completely melted and smooth. Alternatively, melt them together using a double boiler over simmering water.
Whisk in the powdered sugar into the melted chocolate mixture until fully incorporated.
Add the whole eggs and egg yolks to the chocolate mixture, whisking until smooth and creamy. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Gently fold in the flour and a pinch of salt until the mixture is just combined and smooth—avoid over-mixing.
Evenly distribute the batter into the prepared ramekins, filling them about 3/4 full.
Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 11 to 13 minutes. The edges should be firm while the center remains soft.
Allow the cakes to rest for 1 to 2 minutes after removing them from the oven.
Carefully run a knife around the edges of each cake to loosen and invert the cakes onto individual plates. Serve immediately while the centers are warm and gooey.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2587 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 179.2 g | 230% | |
| Saturated Fat | 99.6 g | 498% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1027 mg | 342% | |
| Sodium | 431 mg | 19% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 225.1 g | 82% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.2 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 145.9 g | ||
| Protein | 34.5 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 229 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 20.0 mg | 111% | |
| Potassium | 1177 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
