Description
Delight in the magic of these Quick Chocolate Molten Lava Cakes! With their rich chocolate flavor and irresistible gooey center, these cakes are perfect for any occasion. Best of all, they come together in under 30 minutes, using simple ingredients you likely already have on hand.
Ingredients
- 6 oz bittersweet or dark chocolate (roughly chopped)
- ½ cup ghee (or vegan butter)
- 4 tablespoons blanched almond flour
- ½ cup maple sugar (or coconut sugar)
- ⅛ teaspoon fine sea salt
- 2 large eggs (at room temperature)
- 2 large egg yolks (at room temperature)
- Cacao powder (for dusting ramekins)
Optional Toppings:
- Coconut vanilla ice cream
- Fresh berries (e.g., raspberries, strawberries)
- Chocolate sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the Ramekins:
- Cut parchment paper circles to fit the bottoms of 4 6oz ramekins.
- Grease ramekins with ghee or coconut oil spray, then dust with cacao powder to prevent sticking.
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C).
- Melt Chocolate and Ghee:
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chopped chocolate and ghee.
- Microwave in 10-15 second intervals, stirring between each, until fully melted and smooth.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together almond flour, maple sugar, and sea salt.
- Combine Wet Ingredients:
- In another bowl, whisk the eggs and egg yolks until smooth. Gradually add the eggs and dry ingredients to the melted chocolate mixture. Mix until the batter is thick and smooth.
- Fill the Ramekins:
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins, filling each about three-quarters full.
- Bake the Cakes:
- Place the ramekins on a baking sheet for stability and bake for 13 minutes, or until the sides are set but the centers are still soft.
- Cool and Serve:
- Let the cakes cool for 1 minute in the ramekins. Run a knife around the edges to loosen, then invert each ramekin onto a plate.
- Top with your favorite toppings and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor.
- Precise baking time is key—don’t overbake, or the centers won’t stay molten.
- For best results, serve immediately while the centers are warm and gooey
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American