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Molten Lava Cakes

Molten Lava Cakes

Indulge in these rich and gooey molten lava cakes that have a decadent chocolate center, perfect for dessert lovers.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 29 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter
  • 1 cup Semi-sweet Chocolate Chips
  • 2 Large Eggs
  • 2 Large Egg Yolks
  • 1/3 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
  • 1/4 cup All-purpose Flour
  • a pinch Salt
  • as needed Butter for Greasing
  • as needed Cocoa Powder for Dusting

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Ramekins
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease four ramekins with butter and dust them with cocoa powder, tapping out the excess. Place them on a baking sheet.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the unsalted butter and semi-sweet chocolate chips. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the mixture is completely melted and smooth. Allow it to cool slightly.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, and granulated sugar until the mixture is pale and slightly thickened.
  4. Stir in the vanilla extract into the egg mixture.
  5. Gradually pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, stirring constantly until well combined.
  6. Sift the all-purpose flour and salt over the chocolate mixture. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined; be careful not to overmix.
  7. Evenly distribute the batter into the prepared ramekins, filling each about 3/4 full.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the center is soft. The tops should look set.
  9. Remove from the oven and let the cakes rest for 1 minute. Carefully invert each ramekin onto a plate and gently lift them off.
  10. Serve immediately while the centers are still gooey. Enjoy with a dusting of powdered sugar, fresh berries, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Notes

For a variation, try adding a tablespoon of espresso powder to the chocolate mixture for a mocha flavor.