Valentine’s Day Molten Chocolate Cakes for Two (Or More!)

Molten chocolate cakes, also known as lava cakes, became popular in the 1990s and are often associated with romantic occasions like Valentine’s Day.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 32 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Valentine’s Day Molten Chocolate Cakes for Two (Or More!)

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

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

Servings: 2 Calories: 800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 4 ounce Dark chocolate
• 2 tablespoon Unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoon Granulated sugar
• 2 unit Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoon All-purpose flour
• 1 pinch Salt
• 2 tablespoon Powdered sugar
• 1 cup Fresh berries

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease two ramekins with butter and dust with cocoa powder.
2. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the dark chocolate and unsalted butter together in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Gradually pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly.
5. Add the all-purpose flour and salt, and gently fold until just combined.
6. Divide the batter evenly between 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 cakes.
10. Dust with powdered sugar and serve with fresh berries.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 400kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 25g39%

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.