Your Choice Dessert
Indulge in the ultimate molten lava experience with this "Your Choice Dessert," a decadent chocolate treat that’s easy to prepare yet feels effortlessly gourmet. Made with rich semi-sweet or dark chocolate and a touch of vanilla, each individual cake features a delicate exterior that gives way to a luscious, molten center. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a quick 12-minute bake, this recipe is perfect for elegant dinner parties, romantic date nights, or simply satisfying your dessert cravings. Elevate your presentation by serving these warm chocolate cakes with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream. Whether you call it a chocolate lava cake or a molten dessert, this crowd-pleaser is sure to impress both visually and in flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 115 grams Unsalted butter
- 170 grams Semi-sweet or dark chocolate
- 150 grams Powdered sugar
- 2 pieces Large eggs
- 2 pieces Egg yolks
- 60 grams All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Cocoa powder (for ramekins)
- 1 as desired Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 220°C (425°F). Lightly grease 4 ramekins (approximately 6-ounce size each) and dust them with cocoa powder to prevent sticking. Set aside.
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the butter and chocolate. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until melted and smooth. Alternatively, use a double boiler to melt the mixture.
Whisk the powdered sugar into the melted chocolate mixture until fully incorporated.
Add the eggs and egg yolks to the mixture and whisk until smooth.
Fold in the flour, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
Evenly divide the batter among the prepared ramekins, filling each about three-quarters full.
Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 12–14 minutes. The edges should be set, but the centers should still be soft and slightly jiggly.
Remove the cakes from the oven and allow them to rest for 1 minute. Run a small knife around the edges to loosen the cakes, then carefully invert each ramekin onto a serving plate.
Serve immediately, topped with whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, or a dusting of powdered sugar if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2742 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 168.0 g | 215% | |
| Saturated Fat | 94.7 g | 474% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 639 mg | 213% | |
| Sodium | 663 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 306.1 g | 111% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.5 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 233.7 g | ||
| Protein | 25.6 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 220 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 13.4 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 1134 mg | 24% | |
*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.
