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Decadent Chocolate Lava Cake

A rich and gooey chocolate lava cake with a molten center, perfect for any chocolate lover.

30 minutes Medium Utensils Needed: Oven, Mixing Bowl, Ramekins

Ingredients (For 4 People)

4 oz bittersweet chocolate, chopped
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 cup powdered sugar
2 large eggs
2 large egg yolks
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
Pinch of salt
Butter and cocoa powder for greasing ramekins

Recipe

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease 4 ramekins with butter and dust with cocoa powder.
In a medium bowl, melt chocolate and butter together over a double boiler or in the microwave, stirring until smooth.
Whisk in powdered sugar until well combined. Add eggs and egg yolks, mixing until smooth. Stir in vanilla extract.
Fold in flour and salt until just combined.
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins.
Bake for 12-14 minutes, until the edges are firm but the centers are still soft.
Let the cakes cool for 1 minute before inverting onto plates. Serve warm with a dusting of powdered sugar or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Pair with

Fruit: Raspberry Cheesecake

Dessert: Vanilla Ice Cream

Drink: Espresso

Health Info

Calories: 380 kcal
Fat: 25g
Carbs: 36g
Protein: 5g

Fun Facts

Chocolate lava cake is also known as molten chocolate cake or fondant au chocolat. It was invented by French chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten in the early 1990s.

History and Origin

Chocolate lava cake has become a popular dessert in fine dining restaurants worldwide. It combines the rich, intense flavor of chocolate with the excitement of a molten center.

Where to Eat

Look for high-end restaurants or dessert bars that offer a variety of chocolate desserts. Some gourmet bakeries also feature this indulgent treat.

Alternative Ingredients

You can use white chocolate instead of bittersweet chocolate for a different flavor. For a gluten-free option, use almond flour instead of all-purpose flour.