Description
Molten chocolate lava cake delights dessert enthusiasts with its rich, gooey center. Chocolate lovers savor each spoonful of this classic French delicacy that melts seamlessly in you.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) granulated sugar
- 4 oz (113 g) unsweetened chocolate
- 1/2 cup (113 g) unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup (30 g) all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Prepare four ramekins by lightly coating with butter or cooking spray, ensuring complete coverage to prevent sticking.
- Set oven temperature to 425F (220C) for precise baking conditions.
- Create a double boiler or use a saucepan on low heat to melt chocolate and butter together, stirring continuously until achieving a silky, uniform consistency.
- Remove chocolate mixture from heat and allow to cool slightly, preventing egg scrambling during mixing.
- Vigorously whisk eggs and sugar in a separate bowl until the mixture becomes pale, airy, and increases in volume.
- Carefully incorporate melted chocolate into egg mixture using gentle folding techniques to maintain air bubbles.
- Sift flour directly into the chocolate-egg blend, stirring until just combined to avoid overmixing.
- Evenly distribute batter among prepared ramekins, filling approximately three-quarters full.
- Position ramekins in preheated oven and bake for 12-14 minutes, watching for firm edges while maintaining a soft, molten center.
- Remove from oven and let rest for one minute to stabilize the delicate interior.
- Invert ramekins onto serving plates, allowing cakes to gently release, revealing their luscious chocolate core.
Notes
- Check chocolate quality since it directly impacts the cake’s richness and flavor depth.
- Avoid overmixing batter to maintain the delicate, soft texture of the lava center.
- Use room temperature eggs for smoother integration and better volume when whisking.
- Adjust baking time based on your oven’s performance to prevent overcooking the molten interior.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 10 mg
- Fat: 36 g
- Saturated Fat: 22 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 160 mg