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Molten Chocolate Lava Cake


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Description

A warm, pillowy chocolate cake with a rich, molten ganache center, perfect for an intimate dinner or a cozy night in.


Ingredients

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  • 6.5 ounces semisweet chocolate, finely chopped
  • 0.5 cup butter, cut into 8 pieces
  • 3 eggs, room temperature
  • 1/3 cup white sugar
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 4 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 pinch salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease and lightly flour four 6-ounce ramekins.
  2. In a double boiler, melt the chopped chocolate and butter together, stirring frequently for about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the eggs and sugar. Beat with an electric mixer on high speed until pale and thick, about 5 minutes.
  4. Fold the melted chocolate into the egg-sugar mixture until combined.
  5. Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, and add a pinch of salt. Gently fold until just incorporated.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins and place them on a baking tray.
  7. Bake for 10 to 13 minutes, until the sides are set but the center is still jiggly.
  8. Allow the cakes to cool for 5 minutes before inverting onto plates or serving straight from ramekins.

Notes

Serve with a dusting of powdered sugar, vanilla ice cream, or fresh raspberries for a delicious contrast.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 13 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 575
  • Sugar: 30g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 42g
  • Saturated Fat: 26g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 43g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 9g
  • Cholesterol: 140mg
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