Molten Chocolate Cake

Molten chocolate cake, also known as chocolate lava cake, was invented by French chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten in New York City in the 1980s.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 32 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Molten Chocolate Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American 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: 1600

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 100 gram Dark chocolate
• 100 gram Unsalted butter
• 2 unit Eggs
• 50 gram Granulated sugar
• 50 gram All-purpose flour
• 15 gram Cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 pinch Salt
• 20 gram Powdered sugar
• 1 cup Fresh berries

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease four ramekins.
2. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the dark chocolate and butter together.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and granulated sugar until well combined.
4. Slowly pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, stirring constantly.
5. Sift in the all-purpose flour and cocoa powder, then add the vanilla extract and salt. Mix until just combined.
6. Divide the batter evenly among the greased ramekins.
7. Bake for 12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is still slightly jiggly.
8. Remove from the oven and let the cakes rest for 5 minutes.
9. Carefully invert each ramekin onto a serving plate.
10. Dust with powdered sugar and serve with fresh berries.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 400kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 26g40%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 30g

Protein 6g12%

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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.