A lava cake, also known as a “chocolate fondant,” is a small, individual-sized chocolate cake that has a liquid chocolate center. It is a rich, decadent dessert that is perfect for chocolate lovers.
Here is a basic recipe for making a lava cake:
Ingredients:
- 4 oz of semisweet chocolate
- 1/2 cup of butter
- 3/4 cup of granulated sugar
- 3 eggs
- 3 egg yolks
- 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour
- Powdered sugar for dusting
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Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Grease six 6-ounce ramekins with butter and dust them with flour.
- In a double boiler, melt the chocolate and butter together, stirring until smooth.
- Remove the chocolate mixture from the heat and stir in the sugar.
- Add in the eggs and egg yolks, one at a time, stirring well after each addition.
- Stir in the flour until well blended.
- Pour the batter into the prepared ramekins, filling them about 2/3 of the way.
- Bake the cakes for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft.
- Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
- Run a knife around the edges of the cakes to loosen them and invert them onto plates.
- Dust the cakes with powdered sugar and serve warm.
A lava cake is a rich, decadent dessert that is perfect for any occasion, it’s a great dessert to serve at a dinner party, or to take to a potluck. It’s best served warm and it can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, but it’s best to consume it within a day or two to maintain its texture and quality.