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Decadent Chocolate Lava Cakes

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Rich and indulgent chocolate lava cakes with a molten center, perfect for a quick and impressive dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 6 oz (170 g) bittersweet or semi-sweet chocolate (recommend Ghirardelli or Valrhona)
  • 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2/3 cup (135 g) granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/3 cup (45 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare the ramekins by lightly buttering each and dusting with cocoa powder to prevent sticking.
  2. Melt the chocolate and butter using a double boiler or microwave in 20-second bursts, stirring in between until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
  3. Vigorously whisk together the eggs and granulated sugar in a medium bowl until pale and thickened.
  4. Slowly pour the chocolate-butter mixture into the eggs while whisking continuously. Add vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
  5. Sift the flour over the mixture and gently fold with a spatula until just combined; do not overmix.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling about 3/4 full. Place ramekins on a baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are set and firm but the center is soft and slightly jiggly. Watch closely after 12 minutes to avoid overbaking.
  8. Let the cakes cool for 1 minute, then run a knife around the edges and invert onto dessert plates.
  9. Serve immediately, optionally dusted with powdered sugar or garnished with fresh berries or vanilla ice cream.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs for better batter texture. Do not overbake to maintain the molten center. Butter and cocoa powder the ramekins to prevent sticking. Rotate baking sheet halfway if cakes bake unevenly. For gluten-free, substitute almond flour; for dairy-free, use coconut oil instead of butter.

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