Chocolate Lava Cake is a rich, decadent dessert with a gooey chocolate center. This simple yet impressive treat is perfect for special occasions or whenever you’re craving something indulgent.
Ingredients:
- 4 oz (113g) bittersweet chocolate (60% cocoa), chopped
- ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter
- 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 large egg yolks
- ½ cup (65g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
- Optional: Ice cream or whipped cream for serving
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease 4 (6-ounce) ramekins or muffin cups and dust with cocoa powder to prevent sticking.
- Melt Chocolate and Butter: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chopped chocolate and butter together in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
- Whisk Eggs and Sugar: In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, egg yolks, vanilla, and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Combine: Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture to the egg mixture, stirring until fully combined.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Fold in the flour and a pinch of salt, stirring just until combined and smooth.
- Fill Ramekins: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about ¾ of the way.
- Bake: Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the center is still soft. The top should be set, but the inside will be molten.
- Rest and Serve: Let the cakes rest for 1-2 minutes, then run a knife around the edges and carefully invert each cake onto a plate. Serve immediately, ideally with a scoop of ice cream or whipped cream.
Calorie Count:
For one serving (assuming 4 servings per recipe), each Chocolate Lava Cake contains approximately 400-450 calories, depending on the specific chocolate and butter used.
