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Chocolate Lava Cake

Cultural Context

Chocolate Lava Cake, also known as Molten Chocolate Cake, originated in the United States in the 1980s, inspired by French desserts. This indulgent treat features a warm, gooey chocolate center that contrasts beautifully with its cake exterior, making it a popular choice for special occasions. Today, it is enjoyed worldwide, often served with ice cream or fruit for added flavor and texture.

FrenchFRdessert
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
6 oz semi-sweet chocolate
2 eggs
2 tablespoons butter
1/6 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons white sugar
pinch of cayenne pepper
pinch of salt
vanilla extract
cinnamon whipped cream

dark chocolate

🥗Healthier: cocoa powder

💰Cheaper: semi-sweet chocolate

Cocoa powder reduces calories while maintaining chocolate flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat alternative.

sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Stevia reduces calories while adding sweetness.

powdered sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Coconut sugar offers a lower glycemic index.

1

Chop 6 oz of semi-sweet chocolate and 2 tablespoons of butter.

2

In a pot over medium heat, gently melt the chocolate and butter together, being careful not to burn the chocolate.

3

In a mixing bowl, combine 2 eggs, 2 tablespoons of brown sugar, 2 tablespoons of white sugar, a pinch of cayenne pepper, a pinch of salt, and a little bit of vanilla extract.

4

Mix the melted chocolate and butter into the egg mixture.

5

Add 1/6 cup of all-purpose flour (approximately 2 tablespoons plus half a tablespoon) to the mixture and mix until combined.

6

Pour the batter into prepared ramekins.

7

Bake at 400°F for about 11 minutes until set but gooey in the center.

8

Remove from the oven and serve immediately to prevent further cooking.

9

Top with cinnamon whipped cream before serving.

Cooking Techniques

meltingmixingbaking

Equipment Needed

potmixing bowlramekinsspatula

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Molten Chocolate CakeChocolate Fondant
Local Name: Gâteau coulant au chocolat

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