Mini Chocolate Lava Cakes

The origin of the lava cake is often attributed to the French chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten, who accidentally undercooked a chocolate cake and discovered the molten center.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 30 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 7.

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Mini Chocolate Lava Cakes

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: International Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 30 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 100 gram Dark Chocolate
• 100 gram Butter
• 2 unit Eggs
• 50 gram Sugar
• 30 gram All-Purpose Flour
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 1 pinch Salt

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) and grease the ramekins.
2. Melt the dark chocolate and butter together in a heatproof bowl over simmering water.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar until well combined.
4. Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture to the egg mixture, stirring constantly.
5. Sift in the all-purpose flour and add the vanilla extract and salt. Mix until smooth.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared ramekins, filling them about 3/4 full.
7. Bake for 10 minutes or until the edges are set but the center is still slightly jiggly.
8. Remove from the oven and let the cakes rest for 5 minutes.
9. Carefully invert each ramekin onto a serving plate and gently tap to release the cakes.
10. Serve warm with a dusting of powdered sugar or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 30g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.