Decadent Chocolate Lava Cake
Tired of complicated recipes? Craving a dessert that looks and tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant but is secretly simple to make? Get ready to fall in love with this Chocolate Lava Cake. With a rich, warm, and gooey chocolate center that oozes out with every spoonful, this is the ultimate treat for any chocolate lover. There are only two kinds of chocolate lovers in the world: those who chase the perfect bittersweet balance, and those who melt for the sugary sweetness of milk chocolate. But then, there’s the molten chocolate lava cake, a creation that bridges both worlds. It starts as a simple, elegant cake, but the moment you press your fork into its center, it reveals a liquid heart—a river of pure, warm chocolate that spills out, defying the very laws of baking. This isn’t just a dessert; it’s a moment of delightful surprise, a delicious secret held within a perfect crust, proving that sometimes, the best part of the cake is what’s on the inside. Best of all, you can whip it up in just 20 minutes!
Ingredients
* Dark Chocolate: 100 grams, roughly chopped
* Butter: 50 grams
* Eggs: 2 (medium size)
* All-purpose flour: 2 tablespoons
* Granulated Sugar: 2 tablespoons
* Salt: 1 pinch
* Vanilla Essence: 1 teaspoon (optional, but highly recommended)
Instructions
- Melt the Chocolate and the Butter – Using a double boiler or a microwave, melt the chopped dark chocolate and butter together until the mixture is smooth and glossy. Set it aside to cool slightly.
- Whisk Egg and Sugar –In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar vigorously until the mixture is light, pale, and fluffy.
- Combine the mixtures – To Combine the Decadent Chocolate lava cake Gently folds the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture. If you’re using vanilla essence, add it now and mix until just combined.
- Add Flour And Salts – Sift the all-purpose flour and salt into the batter. Fold them in carefully until there are no visible streaks of flour. Be careful not to over mix, as this can make the cake tough
- Bake – Pour the batter into two greased and floured ramekins. Place them on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven at 200°C (390°F) for 12-15 minutes. The edges should look set, but the center should still be slightly soft and jiggly.
- Serve Immediately – Carefully remove the cakes from the oven. Let them cool for just one minute before inverting them onto a serving plate. For a beautiful finish, dust with powdered sugar and serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or fresh berries. Enjoy the warm, molten center! .