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Decadent Molten Chocolate Lava Cake for Two

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A quick and easy molten chocolate lava cake recipe perfectly portioned for two, featuring a tender cake exterior with a rich, gooey molten center.

Ingredients

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  • 3.5 oz (100 g) bittersweet chocolate
  • 1/3 cup (75 g) unsalted butter
  • 1/3 cup (65 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup (30 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon espresso powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Butter two small ramekins (6 oz / 180 ml size) generously, then dust with cocoa powder or flour.
  3. Melt bittersweet chocolate and unsalted butter together in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second bursts, stirring after each, until smooth. Let cool slightly.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk eggs and granulated sugar until pale and thick, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Stir vanilla extract and espresso powder into the melted chocolate mixture.
  6. Slowly fold the chocolate mixture into the egg mixture gently but thoroughly.
  7. Sift all-purpose flour and a pinch of salt over the batter and fold carefully until just combined.
  8. Divide the batter evenly into the prepared ramekins, filling about 3/4 full.
  9. Place ramekins on a baking sheet and bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are firm but centers are soft and jiggly.
  10. Let the cakes rest for 2 minutes after baking. Run a knife around the edges, then invert onto plates to serve.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs for better aeration. Do not overbake to maintain the molten center. Butter and dust ramekins well to prevent sticking. Batter can be prepared up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerated. For gluten-free, substitute flour with almond flour or gluten-free baking mix. For dairy-free, substitute butter with coconut oil and use dairy-free chocolate.

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