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Chocolate Lava Cake

Chocolate Lava Cake
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Chocolate Lava Cake is a rich and gooey dessert featuring a tender chocolate cake exterior with a molten, flowing chocolate center. Ready in under 30 minutes, this decadent treat combines intense bittersweet chocolate flavor with a perfectly balanced silky smooth and cakey texture. Individual servings make it ideal for sharing or intimate gatherings, offering an impressive presentation with the molten center oozing out beautifully when served warm.

Ingredients

Scale

Chocolate & Fat

  • 6 oz (170g) bittersweet chocolate
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter

Wet Ingredients

  • 4 fresh eggs
  • 2/3 cup (135g) sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup (65g) all-purpose flour
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ramekins: Butter four small ramekins thoroughly and dust with cocoa powder to prevent sticking and give the cakes a nice outer crust.
  2. Melt Chocolate and Butter: Gently melt the bittersweet chocolate and unsalted butter together using a double boiler or microwave, stirring until smooth and glossy.
  3. Whisk Eggs and Sugar: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs with sugar until the mixture is pale, slightly thickened, and fluffy, which helps create a light cake texture.
  4. Combine Mixtures: Fold the melted chocolate mixture gently into the egg mixture. Then gradually sift in the flour, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt, mixing until just combined without overworking the batter.
  5. Fill and Bake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared ramekins. Bake in a preheated 425°F (220°C) oven for 12-14 minutes, until the edges are firm but the center is still soft and molten.
  6. Serve Warm: Let the cakes rest for a minute before inverting onto serving plates. The molten center will ooze out beautifully when you cut in.

Notes

  • Use quality chocolate for a richer molten center.
  • Don’t overbake; timing is crucial to keep the gooey inside.
  • Properly prep ramekins with butter and cocoa powder for easy release and flavor.
  • Serve immediately to enjoy the lava effect at its best.
  • Try mini ramekins for bite-sized dessert portions perfect for parties.

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Keywords: chocolate lava cake, molten chocolate cake, quick chocolate dessert, gooey chocolate cake, individual chocolate cake

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