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Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe

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4.7 from 77 reviews
  • Author: Thomas
  • Total Time: 22-25 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

This classic Chocolate Lava Cake recipe delivers a rich, gooey center surrounded by a tender cake exterior, perfect for a decadent dessert. The cake combines melted semi-sweet chocolate and butter with whipped eggs and sugar for a light yet indulgent texture, finished off with a simple dusting of powdered sugar and fresh berries for elegant presentation.

Ingredients

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Chocolate Lava Cake Ingredients

  • 6 tbsp (84g) unsalted butter, sliced
  • 6 oz semi-sweet chocolate, coarsely chopped
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup (104g) sugar
  • 1 1/2 tbsp (12g) all purpose flour

Serving

  • Powdered sugar, for serving
  • Strawberries or raspberries, for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Ramekins: Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (232 degrees C). Grease and flour six 6 oz ramekins evenly to ensure the cakes will release easily after baking.
  2. Melt Chocolate and Butter: Melt the butter and semi-sweet chocolate together using a double boiler or microwave in short bursts. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and fully combined. Set aside to cool slightly.
  3. Whip Eggs and Sugar: In a large mixer bowl, use a whisk attachment to beat the whole eggs, egg yolks, vanilla extract, salt, and sugar on high speed for about 5 minutes. The mixture should triple in volume, turn pale, and flow off the whisk in a thick, smooth stream.
  4. Combine Mixtures: Pour the whipped egg mixture into the melted chocolate and butter mixture. Sprinkle the flour over the top and gently fold everything together until just combined, taking care not to deflate the mixture.
  5. Fill Ramekins: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.
  6. Bake: Place ramekins on a baking sheet and bake for 7 to 10 minutes. The cakes should puff up, develop a thin crust on top, and gently jiggle at the center when shaken. Baking time may vary depending on your oven.
  7. Cool and Invert: Remove cakes from oven and cool for 1 minute. Carefully invert each ramekin onto a plate and lift it off to reveal the lava cake.
  8. Serve: Dust cakes with powdered sugar and serve immediately with fresh strawberries or raspberries for a refreshing contrast.

Notes

  • Be careful not to overbake; the core should remain molten to achieve the lava effect.
  • Use high-quality semi-sweet chocolate for the best flavor and texture.
  • The whipped egg mixture adds lightness – fold gently to keep the batter airy.
  • Ramekin size is important; use approximately 6 oz ramekins for the correct cake thickness.
  • Serve immediately after baking for optimal molten center experience.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 7-10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: chocolate lava cake, molten chocolate cake, easy chocolate dessert, quick lava cake, chocolate dessert with berries

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