Irresistible Molten Lava Cake: Your Decadent Chocolate Escape

Indulge in this irresistible Molten Lava Cake featuring a rich chocolate center, perfect for solo celebrations or those cravings.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Cooling Time 1

Total Time 26

Servings: 1 cake

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cake

1 cup Semi-sweet Chocolate Chips using high-quality chocolate enhances flavor
2 tablespoon Unsalted Butter can be replaced with coconut oil for dairy-free
1 Egg acts as a binder
1 Egg Yolk boosts richness
2 tablespoon Granulated Sugar sweetens and helps structure
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract optional but recommended
⅛ teaspoon Sea Salt enhances sweetness
2 tablespoon All-purpose Flour for gluten-free, use almond flour

Equipment

microwave-safe bowl
Mixing bowl
ramekin
spatula
Baking Sheet

Method

Directions

Melt chocolate and butter in a microwave-safe bowl or saucepan, stirring frequently for 2-3 minutes until smooth.
Whisk together egg, egg yolk, sugar, vanilla, and salt until pale and frothy, about 2 minutes.
Fold flour into the egg mixture gently, then add melted chocolate and butter until smooth.
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 4½-inch ramekin and pour in the batter, filling just under the rim.
Bake for 14-20 minutes, checking at 14 minutes; center should jiggle slightly.
Let cool for 1 minute before serving. Enjoy with vanilla ice cream or fresh berries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best results, watch the baking time and do not overmix the batter to maintain a light texture.

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