Indulge your sweet tooth with this decadent chocolate lava cake recipe. This rich and gooey dessert is perfect for chocolate lovers and special occasions. With its warm, molten center and moist cake exterior, it’s sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. Here’s how to make it:
Ingredients:
- 4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- Pinch of salt
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
- Vanilla ice cream, for serving
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease four ramekins or custard cups with butter and dust with cocoa powder.
- In a heatproof bowl set over a pot of simmering water, melt the chopped chocolate and butter, stirring until smooth and well combined. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, eggs, egg yolks, and vanilla extract until well blended.
- Slowly pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly until smooth.
- Add the flour and salt to the chocolate mixture and stir until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about three-quarters full.
- Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is still soft.
- Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool for 1-2 minutes. Run a knife around the edges of each cake to loosen them from the ramekins.
- Carefully invert each cake onto a serving plate. Dust with powdered sugar and serve immediately with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Nutritional Information (per serving, based on 4 servings):
- Calories: 380
- Protein: 6g
- Fat: 28g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugars: 20g
Enjoy the indulgent richness of this chocolate lava cake, and savor each spoonful of its molten chocolate center. It’s the perfect ending to any meal or special occasion!
