Ultimate Molten Lava Cake Recipe
Experience the luxurious delight of Ultimate Molten Lava Cake, where a rich chocolate exterior encases a warm, gooey center. This indulgent dessert is perfect for special occasions or intimate evenings at home, sure to impress even the most discerning chocolate lovers. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create a stunning masterpiece that steals the spotlight at any gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 29 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 oz bittersweet chocolate
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 large egg yolks
- ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease four ramekins with butter and dust lightly with cocoa powder.
- Melt the chocolate and butter together in a microwave-safe bowl in short bursts, stirring until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together sugar, eggs, and egg yolks until light and fluffy.
- Fold the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture. Sift in the flour and a pinch of salt; mix gently until combined.
- Divide the batter among the prepared ramekins. Bake for 12-14 minutes until the edges are set but the center remains soft.
- Let cool for one minute before inverting onto plates. Serve immediately with ice cream or fresh berries.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ramekin (125g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95mg