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Decadent Molten Lava Cakes Recipe Easy Homemade Gooey Chocolate Center

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This decadent molten lava cakes recipe features a warm, luscious dessert with a gooey chocolate center that is quick and easy to make, perfect for impressing guests or treating your family.

Ingredients

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  • 6 oz (170g) high-quality bittersweet chocolate bar, chopped
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, plus extra for greasing ramekins
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup (65g) all-purpose flour, sifted (use gluten-free flour blend if needed)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional toppings: powdered sugar for dusting, fresh berries for garnish, vanilla ice cream or whipped cream to serve alongside

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease the ramekins generously with butter and lightly dust with cocoa powder to prevent sticking.
  2. Melt the chocolate and butter together using a double boiler or microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring between each until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly (about 5 minutes).
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and granulated sugar vigorously for 3-4 minutes until pale, thick, and slightly frothy.
  4. Stir vanilla extract into the melted chocolate mixture. Gently fold the chocolate into the egg mixture using a spatula, taking care not to deflate the eggs.
  5. Sift the flour and salt over the batter. Fold carefully until just combined.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling them about 3/4 full.
  7. Bake for 12-14 minutes until the edges are set and firm but the center is still soft and slightly jiggly.
  8. Remove from oven and let the cakes rest for 1 minute. Run a knife around the edges to loosen, then carefully invert onto dessert plates.
  9. Serve immediately, dusted with powdered sugar and with optional vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs for better aeration. Grease and dust ramekins thoroughly with butter and cocoa powder to prevent sticking. Watch bake time carefully to keep the center molten. High-quality bittersweet chocolate is recommended for best flavor and texture. For dairy-free, substitute butter with coconut oil and use dairy-free chocolate. For gluten-free, use a gluten-free flour blend.

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