Molten Chocolate Cakes for Two
Molten chocolate cakes, also known as lava cakes, gained popularity in the 1990s and are often served with a flowing chocolate center.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 27 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoon Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 4 tablespoon Unsalted butter
- 4 ounce Semi-sweet chocolate
- 2 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 large Eggs
- 2 tablespoon All-purpose flour
- 1 pinch Salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and grease two ramekins.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and semi-sweet chocolate together in the microwave.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract.
- Slowly pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture while whisking continuously.
- Sift in the cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, and salt. Fold gently until well combined.
- Divide the batter equally between the prepared ramekins.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set but the centers still appear slightly undercooked.
- Remove from the oven and let the cakes rest in the ramekins for 5 minutes.
- Carefully transfer the cakes onto serving plates. Serve warm with whipped cream or ice cream, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 2
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 420kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 25g39%
- Total Carbohydrate 48g16%
- Sugars 38g
- 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.