Description
Experience the bliss of warm, gooey chocolate lava cake, a dessert that transforms any occasion into a celebration. With its delicate exterior and molten center, each bite is a delightful contrast of textures. Perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself, this easy-to-make recipe delivers rich flavor and elegance to your table.
Ingredients
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- 4 oz dark chocolate (60% cocoa)
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 egg yolks
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Generously butter 4 ramekins.
- Melt the chocolate and butter together in a microwave-safe bowl using 30-second intervals until smooth.
- Stir in the sugar, followed by eggs and yolks one at a time, whisking well after each addition.
- Gently fold in the flour, vanilla, and salt until just combined.
- Divide the batter among ramekins filling them three-quarters full.
- Bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are firm but centers jiggle slightly.
- Let cool for 1 minute before inverting onto plates; serve immediately with ice cream or berries.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ramekin (140g)
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 135mg