Description
Indulge in the ultimate winter comfort food with this Winter Chocolate Lava Cake. This decadent dessert features a rich, molten chocolate center that flows out like liquid gold with every bite, creating a truly luxurious experience. Perfect for cozy evenings or festive gatherings, this easy recipe requires just a handful of quality ingredients including dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Whether served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or paired with fresh berries, this cake is sure to satisfy any chocolate lover’s cravings. Impress your family and friends with this show-stopping dessert that encapsulates warmth and sweetness.
Ingredients
- 4 oz dark chocolate (60-70% cocoa)
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 large egg yolks
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and grease four ramekins.
- Melt the dark chocolate and unsalted butter together until smooth.
- Whisk in the granulated sugar, then add eggs and yolks one at a time until combined.
- Gently fold in the flour until just mixed.
- Pour the batter into prepared ramekins about three-quarters full.
- Bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are firm but centers jiggle slightly.
- Allow resting for a few minutes before inverting onto plates.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: - Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor. - Adjust baking time if using larger or smaller ramekins. - Experiment with flavorings like vanilla extract or espresso powder for added depth.