Ladybirds Choc Molten Lava Cake
The molten lava cake was invented by French chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten in New York City in the 1980s.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 37 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 7.
Ladybirds Choc Molten Lava Cake
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
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Grease four ramekins with butter and dust with cocoa powder.
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Melt the dark chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl over simmering water. Stir until smooth.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar until pale and fluffy.
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Slowly pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, whisking continuously.
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Sift in the flour and add the vanilla extract and salt. Fold gently until combined.
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Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins.
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Bake for 12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is still slightly jiggly.
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Remove from the oven and let the cakes rest for 5 minutes.
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Carefully invert each ramekin onto a plate and gently tap to release the cake.
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Serve immediately with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dusting of powdered sugar.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 400kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 25g39%
- Total Carbohydrate 40g14%
- Sugars 30g
- Protein 6g12%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
