Molten Chocolate Cake

Molten chocolate cake, also known as chocolate 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 32 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Molten Chocolate Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: International Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 12 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 32 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 150 gram Dark chocolate
• 100 gram Unsalted butter
• 100 gram Granulated sugar
• 2 unit Eggs
• 50 gram All-purpose flour
• 20 gram Cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Salt

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and flour four ramekins.
2. Melt the dark chocolate and butter together in a heatproof bowl over simmering water.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar and eggs until well combined.
4. Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture to the egg mixture, stirring constantly.
5. Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Mix until just combined.
6. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins.
7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is still slightly jiggly.
8. Remove from the oven and let the cakes rest in the ramekins for 5 minutes.
9. Carefully invert each ramekin onto a serving plate and gently tap to release the cake.
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.