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Single-Serve Chocolate Lava Cake Recipe

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  • Author: Elina
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12-14 minutes
  • Total Time: 17-19 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This single-serve chocolate lava cake is an indulgent and quick dessert featuring a rich chocolate flavor with a molten, gooey center and a tender cakey edge. Perfectly portioned and prepared in under 15 minutes, this recipe is ideal for a cozy night or last-minute sweet craving with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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Chocolate Lava Cake Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus extra for greasing the ramekin
  • 3 ounces bittersweet or semi-sweet chocolate, chopped or in chip form
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Lightly butter a 6-ounce ramekin and set it aside to ensure the cake doesn’t stick during baking.
  2. Melt Chocolate and Butter: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the butter and chopped chocolate. Heat in 20-second intervals, stirring thoroughly between each, until the mixture is smooth and fully melted.
  3. Add Sugar and Egg: Stir the granulated sugar into the melted chocolate and butter mixture until combined. Then whisk in the egg and vanilla extract until the batter is smooth and slightly frothy, ensuring proper incorporation and light texture.
  4. Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Sift the flour and a pinch of salt over the chocolate mixture. Gently fold the flour into the batter until just incorporated, being careful not to overmix to maintain the delicate texture.
  5. Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared ramekin. Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 14 minutes. The edges should be firm and set, while the center remains soft and slightly jiggly, indicating the molten core.
  6. Cool and Serve: Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool for 1 to 2 minutes. Run a knife around the edges to loosen the cake, then invert onto a dessert plate or serve directly from the ramekin for a warm, gooey treat.

Notes

  • Use dark, semi-sweet, or milk chocolate to adjust sweetness and intensity according to your preference.
  • For a dairy-free option, replace butter with vegan butter or coconut oil.
  • Swap granulated sugar with coconut sugar or maple syrup for different sweetness profiles.
  • Use a gluten-free flour blend if gluten-free baking is required; ensure it is suitable for cakes.
  • Do not overbake to preserve the molten center—edges should be set but the middle still soft.
  • Vanilla extract is optional but adds an extra layer of flavor.

Find it online: https://recipes.mbeams.com/single-serve-chocolate-lava-cake-recipe/