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Chocolate Lava Cake


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A rich and gooey chocolate lava cake that’s perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup dark chocolate (at least 60% cocoa for depth)
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (for better control over seasoning)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (to sweeten the batter)
  • 2 large eggs (fresh for texture)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (for structure in the cakes)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and grease your ramekins with butter.
  2. Melt chocolate and butter.
  3. Mix in sugar, eggs, and flour.
  4. Bake and serve.

Notes

  • This cake is best served warm.
  • Can be paired with vanilla ice cream for extra sweetness.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cake
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 13g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg