Chocolate Lava Cakes
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Chocolate lava cakes are also known as molten chocolate cakes and are believed to have been created by French chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten in the 1980s.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 32 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 7.
Chocolate Lava Cakes
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease and lightly flour four ramekins.
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In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the dark chocolate and butter together, stirring until smooth.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar until well combined.
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Slowly pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly.
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Add the flour, vanilla extract, and salt to the chocolate mixture, stirring until just combined.
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Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins.
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Bake for 12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is still slightly jiggly.
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Remove from the oven and let the cakes rest in the ramekins for 5 minutes.
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Carefully invert each ramekin onto a plate, tapping gently to release the cakes.
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Serve immediately, garnished with powdered sugar or a scoop of ice cream if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 20g31%
- Total Carbohydrate 38g13%
- Sugars 30g
- Protein 6g12%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.