Molten Chocolate Cake

Molten chocolate cake, also known as chocolate lava cake, was created by French chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten in New York City in the 1980s. It became popular for its rich, gooey center and has since become a classic dessert.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 32 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Molten Chocolate Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, French Courses: Dessert, Dinner Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 12 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 32 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1520

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 4 ounce Dark Chocolate
• 4 tablespoon Unsalted Butter
• ¹⁄₂ cup Granulated Sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• ¹⁄₄ cup All-purpose Flour
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• as needed for dusting Powdered Sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease four ramekins with butter and dust with cocoa powder.
2. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the dark chocolate and unsalted butter together in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture to the egg mixture, whisking constantly.
5. Sift in the all-purpose flour and salt, and fold until just combined.
6. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins.
7. Bake for 12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is still slightly jiggly.
8. Remove from the oven and let the cakes rest in the ramekins for 5 minutes.
9. Carefully invert each ramekin onto a plate and gently tap to release the cake.
10. Dust with powdered sugar and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 380kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 35g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.