Description
Indulge in rich Chocolate Lava Cakes with a gooey, molten center that brings joy to every gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 oz (113g) High-Quality Dark Chocolate (60% cocoa)
- 1/2 cup (113g) Unsalted Butter
- 1/2 cup (100g) Granulated Sugar
- 2 Eggs
- 2 Egg Yolks
- 1/4 cup (30g) All-Purpose Flour
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- Pinch of Salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and grease your ramekins with butter.
- Melt chocolate and butter in a microwave-safe bowl.
- Mix sugar and eggs in a separate bowl until light and fluffy.
- Combine the melted chocolate mixture with the egg mixture, whisking constantly.
- Add vanilla extract, flour, and salt, folding gently to maintain airiness.
- Pour the batter into greased ramekins, filling them three-quarters full.
- Bake for about 12-14 minutes, until edges are set but centers jiggle.
- Cool slightly before inverting onto plates and serve immediately.
Notes
For variations, add a sprinkle of sea salt or a dash of espresso powder to enhance flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: chocolate, dessert, lava cakes, family recipe, indulgent, baking