Molten Lava Cakes

Molten lava cakes, also known as chocolate lava cakes, gained popularity in the 1990s and are loved for their oozing chocolate center.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 32 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 7.

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Molten Lava Cakes

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: International Courses: 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: 1800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 4 ounce Dark chocolate
• 4 tablespoon Unsalted butter
• 2 large Eggs
• ¹⁄₂ cup Granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon All-purpose flour
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 pinch Salt

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and grease four ramekins with butter.
2. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the dark chocolate and butter together in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and granulated sugar until well combined.
4. Gradually pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly.
5. Add the all-purpose flour, vanilla extract, and salt to the chocolate mixture and whisk until smooth.
6. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins.
7. Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is still slightly jiggly.
8. Remove the ramekins from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes.
9. Carefully invert each ramekin onto a serving plate and gently tap to release the cake.
10. Serve the molten lava cakes immediately with a dusting of powdered sugar and a scoop of vanilla ice cream, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 30g47%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 35g

Protein 6g12%

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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.