Molten Center Chocolate Cupcakes
Molten center chocolate cupcakes, also known as lava cakes, gained popularity in the 1980s and have since become a beloved dessert around the world.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 32 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.
Molten Center Chocolate Cupcakes
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and grease a muffin tin.
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In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the dark chocolate and unsalted butter together in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth.
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In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and granulated sugar until well combined.
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Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture to the egg mixture, stirring constantly.
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Sift in the all-purpose flour and salt, and stir until just combined.
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Stir in the vanilla extract.
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Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin tin, filling each about 3/4 full.
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Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still slightly jiggly.
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Remove from the oven and let the cupcakes cool in the tin for 5 minutes.
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Carefully transfer the cupcakes to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 320kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 18g28%
- Total Carbohydrate 38g13%
- Sugars 26g
- Protein 4g8%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
