Molten Lava Cakes Recipe
Indulge in the ultimate chocolate lover's dessert with these Molten Lava Cakes. Featuring a rich, gooey center and a perfectly tender outer layer, this decadent treat is surprisingly simple to make and guaranteed to impress.
Ingredients
For the cakes:
- 4 oz 113g semi-sweet chocolate (chopped)
- 4 oz 113g unsalted butter (plus extra for greasing)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 large egg yolks
- ½ cup 100g granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup 40g all-purpose flour
For garnish (optional):
- Powdered sugar
- Fresh berries e.g., raspberries or strawberries
- Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream
- Fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare ramekins by greasing and dusting with flour or cocoa powder.
- Melt chocolate and butter together; cool slightly.
- Whisk eggs, egg yolks, sugar, and salt until pale and thick.
- Combine melted chocolate with the egg mixture, then fold in flour.
- Divide batter among ramekins and bake for 12–14 minutes.
- Cool for 1–2 minutes, invert onto plates, and garnish as desired. Serve immediately.
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