Description

Discover how to make Molten Chocolate Lava Cakes at home! With gooey centers and crispy edges, this easy dessert is perfect for chocolate lovers and special occasions alike.

Ingredients

🍫 Dark chocolate (60–70% cocoa)
🧈 Unsalted butter
🥚 Eggs (room temp)
🍬 Powdered sugar
🌾 All-purpose flour (or almond flour for GF)
🍦 Vanilla extract

🧂 Pinch of salt

Instructions

🥣 Mixing bowls
🥄 Measuring spoons & cups
🍴 Whisk or electric mixer
🧁 Ramekins (4 oz or 6 oz)
🍶 Double boiler or microwave-safe bowl
⏲️ Oven thermometer
🍽️ Rubber spatula

Notes

Use good-quality chocolate for best results. Do not overbake—centers should remain gooey.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Desserts, Chocolate Recipes, Cakes
Method: Baking
Cuisine: French-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cake
Calories: 350
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 90mg
Fat: 90mg
Saturated Fat: 24g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 8g
Carbohydrates: 0g
Fiber: 28g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 150mg

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